Pechenya (Keto Meat and Vegetable Stew)
Keto Braised Meat and Non-Starchy Vegetable Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy root vegetables are included. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty stew featuring tender chunks of braised beef or pork, slow-cooked with a rich broth and an abundance of low-carb vegetables like cabbage, bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, omitting starchy roots.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork, cabbage, bell peppers, onion, tomato paste (minimal), garlic, beef broth, cooking oil, herbs (dill, parsley, bay leaf).
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy root vegetables are included. Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener. Ask about sugar in tomato paste or any sauces.
Watch out for
Traditional pechenya almost always includes potatoes and carrots. Flour or starch can be used as a thickener. Some tomato pastes or sauces can contain added sugar.
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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