Keto Pechenya (Braised Pork with Low-Carb Vegetables)
Ukrainian Braised Pork & Vegetables (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly no potatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chunks of pork (or beef) slow-braised until succulent in a rich, savory gravy with a selection of low-carb vegetables such as mushrooms, bell peppers, and cabbage. Modified to omit traditional potatoes.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder (or beef), onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, cabbage, beef broth, tomato paste (small amount), sour cream (optional, for thickening), dill, garlic, cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Strictly no potatoes. Request that starchy root vegetables like carrots are minimized or omitted. Confirm no flour or starch is used for thickening the gravy. Ask for extra fat/sauce.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a traditional ingredient. Flour/starch in gravy. Hidden sugars in tomato paste. Carrots.
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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