Голубці (Holubtsi) - Keto Modified
Keto Cabbage Rolls with Beef and Cauliflower Rice
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice in the filling; confirm cauliflower rice or simply ground meat and vegetables are used. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Traditional Ukrainian cabbage rolls, usually filled with ground meat and rice, then simmered in a light tomato sauce. This keto version intelligently replaces the rice with cauliflower rice, maintaining texture and flavor without the carbs.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, ground beef (or mixed pork/beef), cauliflower rice, onion, garlic, tomato paste (unsweetened), spices (dill, paprika), beef broth, cooking oil, sour cream (optional, for serving).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice in the filling; confirm cauliflower rice or simply ground meat and vegetables are used. Ensure the tomato sauce is not sweetened. Limit the amount of carrots if they are included in the filling/sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional rice filler is a major carb source. Sweetened tomato sauce can add hidden sugars. Some restaurants might add other starchy fillers. Always confirm the filling composition.
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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