Борщ (без картоплі та квасолі)
Keto Borscht with Beef and Cabbage (No Potatoes or Beans)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes and no beans. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
The iconic Ukrainian beet and cabbage soup, rich with tender beef and a variety of vegetables. This keto-friendly version is prepared by strictly omitting the traditional potatoes and beans, focusing on the savory broth and meaty ingredients. Served with a dollop of sour cream (smetana).
Key ingredients
Beef (brisket/ribs), beets, cabbage, onion, carrots, bell pepper, minimal tomato paste, bay leaf, dill, sour cream, oil, broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes and no beans. Confirm no sugar is added to the beet preparation or broth. Ask for extra sour cream (smetana) and absolutely skip any accompanying bread (pampushky).
Watch out for
Beets are moderate carb, and carrots/onions add some. Tomato paste often contains added sugar. Hidden sugar in broth or beet preparation is possible. Potatoes and beans are the main high-carb components that *must* be omitted.
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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