Zharkoye (Keto-Modified, No Potatoes)
Braised Beef and Mushroom Stew (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for no potatoes. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty slow-braised stew featuring tender chunks of beef, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers, simmered in a rich savory broth. Traditionally made with potatoes, which are omitted for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks (e.g., chuck), mushrooms, onions, bell peppers (moderate amount), beef broth, tomato paste (minimal), sour cream, butter, dill, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for no potatoes. Ensure no flour or other starchy thickeners are used. Limit bell peppers and carrots to small amounts for flavor if included.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, bell peppers (can accumulate carbs), flour thickeners, sweetened tomato paste.
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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