Phở Bò (Keto Noodle-less Beef Soup)
Beef Pho Soup (without Noodles)
Yes, with a tweak: mUST ask for no rice noodles (không phở). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A fragrant, savory beef broth, slow-cooked with star anise, cinnamon, ginger, and onion, served with various cuts of tender beef (eye round, brisket, tripe, meatballs) and fresh herbs. The crucial modification is to completely omit the rice noodles.
Key ingredients
Beef broth, beef cuts (eye round, brisket, meatballs, tripe), onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, cilantro, green onion, bean sprouts, lime, jalapeños.
How to make it keto
MUST ask for no rice noodles (không phở). Confirm no added sugar to the broth, although a small amount might be present in restaurant preparations for balance. Request extra beef and vegetables like bean sprouts, herbs, and onions.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the broth (for flavor balance), MSG. The primary carb risk (rice noodles) is eliminated by modification.
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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