Borscht (Keto-style, no potato/beans)
Keto Red Beet Soup with Beef, Cabbage, and Sour Cream
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, no beans, and a minimal amount of beets and carrots. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, sour soup traditionally made with beef broth, beets, cabbage, and other vegetables. This keto version omits potatoes and beans, focusing on the meat, cabbage, and a reduced portion of beets. Served with a generous dollop of sour cream.
Key ingredients
Beef broth, beef (chuck or short ribs), cabbage, beets (small amount), carrots (small amount), onion, tomato paste (small amount), dill, sour cream, lard/oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, no beans, and a minimal amount of beets and carrots. Confirm no added sugar in the broth or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Potatoes (to omit), beans (to omit), high amount of beets/carrots (to limit), hidden sugar in tomato paste or broth.
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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