Borscht (Meat and Cabbage Soup, No Potatoes)
Red Beet and Cabbage Soup with Meat (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Ukrainian soup, rich in flavor from beef broth, tender meat, cabbage, and the distinctive color of beets. This keto rendition prioritizes the meat and low-carb vegetables, skipping potatoes and minimizing high-carb additions. Often served with a dollop of sour cream.
Key ingredients
Beef/pork broth, beef/pork chunks, cabbage, beets (moderated amount), onions (minimal), carrots (minimal), celery, bell pepper, tomato paste (sugar-free), garlic, dill, bay leaf, sour cream.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes. Ask for a minimal amount of beets and carrots to keep the carbohydrate count low. Ensure no added sugar in the broth or tomato paste. Omit any bread or pampushky normally served with it.
Watch out for
Potatoes, beans, excessive beets, carrots, sugar in tomato paste or broth, flour/starch thickeners, bread/pampushky served as sides.
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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