Holodets (Keto Meat Aspic)
Savory Meat Aspic with Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
A traditional savory meat jelly made from slow-cooked meat (pork trotters, beef, or chicken) and bone broth, seasoned with garlic, onions, and spices, then chilled until set. Rich in collagen.
Key ingredients
Pork trotters/beef bones/chicken pieces, meat chunks, onions, bay leaf, garlic, black pepper, salt, natural gelatin from bones.
Optional tweaks
Ensure any vegetables used are minimal (e.g., small pieces of onion for flavor, no carrots as garnish). Serve plain or with keto-friendly mustard/horseradish.
Watch out for
Sometimes garnished with higher-carb vegetables like carrots or peas; often served with bread.
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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