Keto Ukrainian Borscht (Meat & Cabbage Soup)
Keto Borscht with Beef, Cabbage, and Sour Cream
Yes, with a tweak: specifically request no potatoes or beans. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and warming soup with a rich meat broth, generous amounts of beef or pork, cabbage, and a very small amount of beet for color and flavor. Served with a dollop of full-fat sour cream. This keto version omits potatoes, beans, and significantly reduces beets and carrots.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork broth, beef/pork, cabbage, onion, a hint of beet, unsweetened tomato paste, garlic, dill, bay leaf, full-fat sour cream, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Specifically request no potatoes or beans. Ask for minimal beets and carrots. Confirm no sugar is added to the broth or tomato paste. Ensure generous full-fat sour cream is served.
Watch out for
Traditional borscht often contains potatoes, beans, and a significant amount of beets and carrots. Restaurants may add sugar to balance acidity or use sugary tomato paste. Flour might be used as a thickener.
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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