Keto Holubtsi (Cabbage Rolls without Rice)
Keto Ukrainian Cabbage Rolls (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice in the filling and confirm the tomato sauce is sugar-free. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory mixture of ground meat (pork and/or beef) and finely chopped cauliflower rice, simmered in a rich, sugar-free tomato sauce. A hearty and comforting dish, modified for keto.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, ground pork/beef, cauliflower rice, onion, garlic, unsweetened tomato paste, beef broth, sour cream, dill, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice in the filling and confirm the tomato sauce is sugar-free. If cauliflower rice is not an option, ask for an extra meat/fat filling.
Watch out for
Traditional rice filling, sugar in tomato sauce, starchy thickeners in the 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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