Borscht (Keto-Modified, Bez Kartopli)
Traditional Beet Soup (Keto, No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly omit potatoes and beans. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, slow-cooked beet and cabbage soup made with a rich meat broth, succulent beef or pork, and plenty of non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, and onions, flavored with garlic and fresh dill. Modified to omit potatoes and beans for a low-carb profile. Served with a generous dollop of sour cream.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork, beef broth, cabbage, beets (limited), carrots (limited), onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomato paste (limited), vinegar, bay leaf, dill, parsley, sour cream, lard/oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly omit potatoes and beans. Request no added sugar in the broth or tomato paste. Ensure small portion of beets and carrots.
Watch out for
Beets (moderate carbs, usually in small amounts for color/flavor), carrots, cabbage, potential added sugar in tomato paste or broth, potatoes/beans if not explicitly omitted.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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