Pechenya (Roasted Pork Stew with Keto Vegetables)
Ukrainian Roasted Pork & Keto Vegetable Stew (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy root vegetables. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Chunks of tender roasted pork shoulder or belly, slow-simmered in a rich, savory broth with keto-friendly vegetables such as cabbage, mushrooms, and a moderate amount of onion. Potatoes are entirely omitted for a keto-compliant version.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/belly, beef broth, cabbage, mushrooms, onion (moderate), garlic, bay leaf, salt, pepper, paprika, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy root vegetables. Inquire about thickening agents in the stew's sauce (e.g., flour, cornstarch).
Watch out for
Potatoes, large quantities of carrots, flour or starch used as thickeners in the stew's gravy.
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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