Zharkoye (Ukrainian Pot Roast with Keto Vegetables)
Braised Beef/Pork Pot Roast with Cabbage and Mushrooms
Yes, with a tweak: ask to omit potatoes and carrots entirely. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty pot roast typically featuring meat (beef or pork) braised with vegetables in a flavorful sauce. Traditionally includes potatoes and carrots. For keto, request it with low-carb vegetables like cabbage, mushrooms, bell peppers, or green beans instead of potatoes and carrots.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck/pork shoulder, onion, garlic, bell peppers, mushrooms, cabbage, beef broth, tomato paste (minimal), sour cream, dill, cooking oil/lard, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ask to omit potatoes and carrots entirely. Request replacement with low-carb vegetables such as cabbage, bell peppers, green beans, or mushrooms. Confirm the sauce is not thickened with flour or cornstarch and does not contain added sugar.
Watch out for
Potatoes and carrots are traditional components and major carb sources. Sauces can be thickened with flour or cornstarch, and may contain hidden sugars. Tomato paste has carbs, so ask for minimal.
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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