Український Борщ (Без Картоплі)
Ukrainian Beef Borscht (No Potatoes or Beans)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes and no beans. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful beetroot and cabbage soup, rich with beef and various vegetables, modified to be keto-friendly by omitting high-carb ingredients. Typically served with a dollop of sour cream.
Key ingredients
Beef broth, beef chunks, beets, cabbage, onions, bell peppers, tomato paste (small amount), garlic, dill, sour cream (for serving).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes and no beans. Ask for minimal carrots, or none if possible. Confirm no added sugar in the soup. Do not consume pampushky (garlic bread) if offered.
Watch out for
Beets and carrots contain natural sugars and carbs. Restaurants might add sugar to balance acidity. Potatoes and beans are traditional but must be omitted. Pampushky (garlic bread) is a common high-carb accompaniment.
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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