Borscht (Keto Ukrainian Beet Soup)
Keto Ukrainian Beet and Cabbage Soup with Meat
Yes, with a tweak: request NO potatoes. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich, deeply flavored beet and cabbage soup with tender meat (beef or pork), herbs, and a dollop of sour cream for richness.
Key ingredients
Beef/pork, cabbage, beets (minimal), onions, minimal carrots, minimal tomato paste, garlic, dill, sour cream, broth.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request NO potatoes. Ask for reduced beets and carrots, focusing on cabbage and meat. Confirm no added sugar to tomato paste or broth. Ask for an extra dollop of sour cream for additional fat.
Watch out for
Potatoes (very common addition), higher quantities of beets/carrots, sugar in commercial tomato paste or broth, added sugar.
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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