Pechenya (Braised Pork with Cabbage and Mushrooms)
Braised Pork with Cabbage and Mushrooms (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables (like excessive carrots). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender, slow-braised chunks of pork, cooked with shredded cabbage, earthy mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers in a rich, savory broth or sauce. The traditional inclusion of potatoes is omitted to make this dish keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/loin, cabbage, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, beef/pork broth, tomato paste (optional, limited), lard/oil, salt, pepper, bay leaf, garlic.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables (like excessive carrots). Confirm no added sugar in any sauces or broths.
Watch out for
Potatoes, excessive carrots, added sugar in sauces or broths.
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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