Borscht with Beef and Cabbage (No Potatoes)
Hearty Beef and Cabbage Borscht (Potato-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and savory beef broth-based soup, generously packed with tender beef, cabbage, bell peppers, and a reduced amount of beets and carrots for color and flavor. Traditionally served with a dollop of sour cream.
Key ingredients
Beef (chuck or brisket), cabbage, bell pepper, limited beets, limited carrots, onion, garlic, tomato paste, beef broth, sour cream, dill.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes. Ask to limit carrots and beets, emphasizing more cabbage and meat. Confirm no added sugar in the broth or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a common ingredient and must be explicitly omitted. Restaurants may add sugar to balance the acidity of tomato paste or beets. Carrots, beets, and onions contribute natural sugars; while limited, they add up in a large portion.
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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