Kapusniak (Keto Cabbage & Meat Soup)
Hearty Keto Cabbage & Meat Soup (No Beets/Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no beets, potatoes, or large amounts of carrots in the soup. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and warming soup based on tender cabbage, often with smoked pork or beef, simmered in a rich broth with minimal root vegetables, topped with a dollop of sour cream. This keto version specifically omits traditional beets, potatoes, and significant carrots.
Key ingredients
Cabbage, pork/beef (e.g., smoked ribs, belly, or shoulder), onion, garlic, tomato paste (minimal), fresh dill, bay leaf, black peppercorns, sour cream, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no beets, potatoes, or large amounts of carrots in the soup. Ensure minimal use of tomato paste (or confirm it contains no added sugar) and that the broth is not sweetened.
Watch out for
Beets, potatoes, large amounts of carrots, added sugar in tomato paste or pre-made broth, flour used as a thickener.
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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