Kapustniak (Hearty Cabbage Soup with Meat, No Potatoes)
Hearty Cabbage Soup with Meat (Keto, No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request NO POTATOES. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust and warming soup primarily featuring sauerkraut and fresh cabbage, combined with fatty pork (often bacon or ribs), onions, and spices, simmered to develop deep flavors. This keto version omits potatoes.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, fatty pork (ribs/bacon), onions, beef broth, tomato paste (unsweetened), bay leaf, black pepper, dill (optional), heavy cream (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request NO POTATOES. Ensure no flour or starchy thickeners are used. Confirm unsweetened tomato paste and no added sugar in the broth. Avoid any bread side.
Watch out for
Traditional Kapustniak often includes potatoes (HIGH CARB). Tomato paste can contain hidden sugars. Restaurant broths may have sugar or starches. Small amounts of carrots might be used, adding minor carbs.
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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