Keto Holubtsi (Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, No Rice)
Keto Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Beef/Pork (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure NO RICE in the filling. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender blanched cabbage leaves carefully wrapped around a savory filling of seasoned ground beef and/or pork, with finely chopped low-carb vegetables (such as mushrooms or bell peppers) replacing the traditional rice. These rolls are then gently simmered in a light, unsweetened tomato-based sauce.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, ground beef/pork, onions (finely chopped), bell peppers (finely chopped), mushrooms (finely chopped), herbs (e.g., dill), tomato paste (minimal), sour cream, beef broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure NO RICE in the filling. Request no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Ask for minimal carrots/onions if they are part of the sauce base.
Watch out for
Rice in traditional filling (must be omitted), added sugar in tomato sauce, high amounts of carrots/onions 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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