Keto Borscht (Meat & Cabbage Soup)
Keto Ukrainian Red Borscht (No Potatoes/Beans)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, beans, or added sugar. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, savory soup made with a rich beef or pork broth, generous amounts of cabbage, a small portion of beets for color, onions, and herbs, served with a dollop of full-fat sour cream. Potatoes and beans are strictly omitted.
Key ingredients
Beef broth, beef/pork, cabbage, beets (minimal amount), onion, unsweetened tomato paste, garlic, dill, bay leaf, sour cream, cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes, beans, or added sugar. Request a reduced amount of beets if carb sensitivity is very high. Ensure no flour-based thickeners.
Watch out for
Potatoes, beans, large quantities of beets, added sugar in some restaurant preparations for sweetness, starchy thickeners.
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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