Pechenya (Braised Meat with Keto Vegetables)
Ukrainian Slow-Braised Meat with Cauliflower & Mushrooms
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, minimal carrots, or other starchy root vegetables. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting slow-cooked stew of tender meat (typically pork shoulder or beef stew meat) braised in a rich, savory broth. Traditionally made with root vegetables, this keto version substitutes with cauliflower, mushrooms, and limited onions.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/beef stew meat, mushrooms, cauliflower florets, onion, garlic, beef broth, sour cream, paprika, bay leaf, sunflower oil, fresh herbs.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, minimal carrots, or other starchy root vegetables. Focus on keto-friendly alternatives like cauliflower, mushrooms, bell peppers. Ensure no flour is used as a thickener for the sauce.
Watch out for
Potatoes, significant quantities of carrots or other root vegetables, flour used as a thickener, served with bread.
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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