Keto Holubtsi (Cabbage Rolls with Meat Filling)
Cabbage Rolls with Savory Meat Filling (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice or other grains are included in the filling. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a flavorful filling of ground beef and pork, seasoned with onions and spices, then simmered in a light tomato-based sauce. This version is prepared without the traditional rice, making it keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, ground beef, ground pork, onions, tomato paste, beef broth, cooking oil, salt, pepper, fresh dill/parsley.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no rice or other grains are included in the filling. Confirm tomato sauce has no added sugar or request minimal sauce. Request extra sour cream for serving.
Watch out for
Traditional rice in the filling (must be omitted), sugar in tomato sauce.
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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