Keto Kapusnyak (Sauerkraut Cabbage Soup)
Keto Ukrainian Sauerkraut Cabbage Soup with Pork (No Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes or millet. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A wonderfully tangy and hearty Ukrainian soup centered around sauerkraut and fresh cabbage, combined with tender pieces of fatty pork (such as ribs or belly), onions, and a very limited amount of carrots, all simmered in a savory pork broth. Potatoes and millet are strictly omitted.
Key ingredients
Pork (ribs or belly), sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, pork broth, onion, carrots (minimal), tomato paste (small amount), bay leaf, peppercorns, fresh dill, sour cream for garnish, cooking oil or lard.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes or millet. Ask for minimal carrots. Confirm no added sugar in the broth or tomato paste. Ensure no flour or starch thickeners are used.
Watch out for
Natural carbohydrates from sauerkraut and cabbage, carrots, onion, small amount of tomato paste, potential hidden sugar in broth. Often served with bread; omit.
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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