Serbian keto guide
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Keto friendliness
This cuisine offers many excellent protein and fat sources, but requires careful navigation to avoid common carb-laden staples.
Top ingredients
Grilled meats like ćevapi and pljeskavica, cured meats, kajmak, hard cheeses, and fresh salads with oil and vinegar are excellent keto foundations.
Danger zones
Beware of sarma, punjene paprike, gibanica, proja, bean soups, and anything served with bread, as these are significant carb traps.
Best for
Best for high-protein keto dieters who enjoy grilled meats and dairy, and are comfortable asking for modifications or skipping sides.
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Pečena Svinjska Glava (Keto Verzija)
Roasted Pork Head (Keto Version, without sides)
A rustic and traditional Serbian festive dish, where an entire pork head is slow-roasted until the meat is inc…
1 net1 total0 fibre80 protein90 fat1100 kcal
Som na žaru (Bez Priloga)
Grilled Catfish (Without Sides)
A popular Serbian river fish, catfish (Som), is seasoned and grilled to perfection, highlighting its rich, mea…
1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein45 fat580 kcal
Barena Svinjska Kolenica (Bez Priloga)
Boiled/Braised Pork Hock (without sides)
A traditional slow-cooked pork hock, boiled or braised until extremely tender, rich in collagen and fat. It's …
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein60 fat800 kcal
Dimljena Svinjska Rebra
Smoked Pork Ribs (without sauce)
Slow-smoked pork ribs, tender and rich in flavor, often served simply with a robust smoky taste. Naturally ket…
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein75 fat950 kcal
Jagnjeća Džigerica u Maramici (Keto Verzija)
Lamb Liver Wrapped in Caul Fat (Keto Version, without sides)
A traditional delicacy where seasoned lamb liver is wrapped in caul fat (omentum) and then grilled or baked, r…
2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein65 fat800 kcal
Jagnjeća Rebra na Žaru (Bez Priloga)
Grilled Lamb Ribs (Without Sides)
Succulent and juicy lamb ribs, grilled to perfection. The grilling process renders the fat, resulting in a cri…
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein70 fat900 kcal
Pečena Patka (Bez Priloga)
Roasted Duck (Without Sides)
Whole or half duck, roasted slowly until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender and succulent. A rich and f…
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein90 fat1100 kcal
Pečena Svinjetina sa Belim Lukom i Ruzmarinom (Bez Priloga)
Roast Pork with Garlic and Rosemary (Without Sides)
A classic Serbian roast pork, slow-roasted to achieve tender, succulent meat infused with the flavors of garli…
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Pečena Svinjska Kolenica (Bez Priloga)
Slow-Roasted Pork Hock (without carb sides)
A very tender and succulent pork hock (knuckle), slow-roasted to achieve incredibly crispy skin and meat that …
3 net3 total0 fibre70 protein100 fat1192 kcal
Pečeni Goveđi Repovi (Bez Priloga)
Roasted Oxtail (without sides)
Rich and succulent oxtail, slow-roasted or braised until falling off the bone. A flavorful and fatty cut of be…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein75 fat900 kcal
Pečeni Pileći Batak i Zabatak (Bez Priloga)
Roasted Chicken Drumstick and Thigh (No Sides)
Juicy skin-on chicken drumsticks and thighs, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and paprika, then roasted unti…
3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
Svinjski Vrat na Žaru
Grilled Pork Neck Steak with Keto Sides
Thick-cut, richly marbled pork neck steak, seasoned simply and grilled to juicy perfection, offering a robust …
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein80 fat960 kcal
Svinjsko Pečenje ispod Sača (Bez Krompira)
Pork Roast under the Bell (Keto, Potato-Free)
Pork cut (often shoulder or leg) slow-cooked under a metal bell (sač) covered with hot coals, rendering the me…
3 net3 total0 fibre65 protein90 fat1082 kcal
Domaća Kobasica na Žaru
Homemade Grilled Sausage with Keto Sides
Authentic homemade Serbian sausage, typically made with a blend of pork and spices, grilled until perfectly br…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein70 fat830 kcal
Teleći Mozak (Keto Verzija)
Pan-fried Veal Brain (Keto Version, no breading)
A traditional delicacy of veal brain, often pan-fried with butter, garlic, and parsley. The keto version ensur…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
Pečena Jagnjeća Lopatica (Keto Verzija)
Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder (Keto)
Succulent lamb shoulder, slow-roasted until incredibly tender and juicy, seasoned simply with garlic, rosemary…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein65 fat800 kcal
Biftek na puteru sa vrganjima
Pan-Seared Beefsteak with Porcini Mushrooms in Butter
A premium Serbian dish featuring a tender beefsteak (often sirloin or tenderloin) pan-seared and served with a…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
Jagnjetina ispod Sača (Bez Krompira)
Lamb Under the Bell (Without Potatoes)
Tender lamb slow-cooked under a metal or ceramic bell with rich juices and aromatic vegetables. Traditionally …
6 net8 total2 fibre80 protein70 fat950 kcal
Karađorđeva Šnicla (Bez Pohovanja)
Karađorđe's Schnitzel (Unbreaded, with Kajmak)
A classic Serbian dish featuring a rolled veal or pork steak, traditionally stuffed with rich kajmak (Serbian …
6 net7 total1 fibre75 protein85 fat1000 kcal
Krvavice
Blood Sausage (Keto Modified)
A traditional Serbian blood sausage, typically made with pork blood, fat, and spices, often served pan-fried o…
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein60 fat700 kcal
Prženi Kačkavalj (Bez Pohovanja, Keto Verzija)
Pan-Fried Kashkaval Cheese (Unbreaded, Keto)
Slices of savory Kashkaval cheese, pan-fried until golden, slightly melted, and crispy on the edges. This keto…
6 net6 total0 fibre35 protein55 fat600 kcal
Urnebes Salata
Spicy Cheese Spread
A piquant and creamy spread or salad, typically made from Sirene or Feta cheese mixed with ground paprika (oft…
6 net8 total2 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
Vimen u saftu (Keto Verzija)
Braised Beef Udder in Sauce (Keto Version)
A traditional, rich Serbian dish featuring slowly braised beef udder in a savory sauce. While often served wit…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Mlada teletina ispod sača
Young Veal Cooked Under the Bell
Tender young veal, slow-cooked for hours under a traditional metal bell (sač) covered with hot embers. The mea…
8 net10 total2 fibre150 protein100 fat1500 kcal
Škembići u saftu (Keto Verzija)
Keto Tripe Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew made from beef tripe, slowly cooked until tender in a rich, savory broth. This ket…
8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
Svinjska rebra na žaru
Grilled Pork Ribs with Keto Sides
Tender pork ribs, grilled or slow-cooked and then finished on the grill. A very fatty and satisfying dish. The…
8 net10 total2 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
Svinjski Papci u Saftu (Keto Verzija)
Pork Trotters Stew (Keto)
Slow-cooked pork trotters simmered in a rich, savory sauce with onions, garlic, paprika, and bay leaf until in…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein75 fat850 kcal
Teleća glava u saftu (Keto Verzija)
Slow-Cooked Veal Head in Keto Gravy
A traditional Serbian specialty, often slow-cooked until incredibly tender, usually with various vegetables. T…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
Teleći Repovi u Saftu (Keto Verzija)
Braised Oxtail in Sauce (Keto Version, no flour/starch)
Tender oxtail slow-braised until it falls off the bone, in a rich, savory sauce. The keto version ensures the …
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Butkica u Rerni (Bez Priloga)
Roasted Pork Hock/Shank (Without Sides)
A whole pork hock (kolenica/butkica) slow-roasted in the oven until the skin is wonderfully crispy and the mea…
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein100 fat1200 kcal
KAsoon
Jagnjeće Grudi Punjenje Začinskim Biljem i Slaninom
Lamb Breast Stuffed with Herbs and Bacon (without carb sides)
Succulent lamb breast, rolled and stuffed with a savory mixture of fresh herbs and crispy bacon, then slow-roa…
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Kokošija Pašteta (Keto)
Chicken Liver Pâté (Keto)
A smooth, rich pâté made from chicken livers, butter, and sometimes a touch of brandy or herbs. It's typically…
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein105 fat1100 kcal
KAsoon
Šaran na Puteru sa Limunom
Carp in Butter with Lemon (without carb sides)
Whole carp or fillets pan-fried or baked in butter with fresh lemon, a simple yet delicious preparation of fre…
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Topljenje (Sir i Čvarci)
Rendered Fat with Cheese and Pork Cracklings (Keto)
A rustic, incredibly rich, and traditionally hearty Serbian peasant dish. This keto version focuses on rendere…
3 net3 total0 fibre40 protein85 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Jagnjeći Uštipci (od Mlevenog Mesa, Bez Brašna)
Lamb Meat Fritters (from Minced Meat, No Flour)
Spicy, irregularly shaped fried fritters made from minced lamb meat, typically mixed with finely chopped onion…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein65 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Srpska Kobasica na Žaru
Grilled Serbian Sausage
A traditional Serbian grilled sausage, typically made from a blend of pork and beef, seasoned with paprika, ga…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Teleći Medaljoni sa Kajmakom
Veal Medallions with Kajmak (without carb sides)
Tender pan-fried veal medallions generously topped with rich, creamy Serbian kajmak. A decadent and flavorful …
4 net4 total0 fibre70 protein70 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Pohovana Piletina (Keto, sa Bademovim Brašnom)
Fried Chicken (Keto, Almond Flour Breading)
Tender chicken breast or thigh, coated in a seasoned almond flour mixture and pan-fried until golden, crispy, …
5 net10 total5 fibre60 protein55 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Pohovani Jagnjeći Kotleti (Keto, sa Bademovim Brašnom)
Keto Pan-Fried Lamb Chops (Almond Flour Breaded)
A keto-friendly adaptation of a popular 'pohovano' (breaded and fried) dish. Tender lamb chops are coated in a…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein68 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Punjena jagnjeća crevca (Keto, bez pirinča)
Stuffed Lamb Intestines (Keto, no rice)
A traditional Balkan delicacy, lamb intestines are meticulously cleaned and stuffed with a rich filling of min…
6 net8 total2 fibre75 protein85 fat1100 kcal
KAsoon
Teleće Kosti u Saftu
Braised Veal Bones (with Meat)
A rustic and deeply flavorful dish featuring veal bones, often with significant meat and connective tissue att…
6 net7 total1 fibre50 protein60 fat730 kcal
KAsoon
Krem Čorba od Pečenih Paprika (Keto Verzija)
Cream of Roasted Pepper Soup (Keto Version)
A velvety and flavorful cream soup made from fire-roasted red bell peppers, blended with rich cream or sour cr…
7 net11 total4 fibre12 protein38 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Krem Čorba od Pečuraka (Keto)
Cream of Mushroom Soup (Keto)
A rich and creamy soup made with various types of mushrooms, cooked in butter and finished with heavy cream. F…
7 net10 total3 fibre12 protein105 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Mlada Jagnjetina u Mleku
Young Lamb Braised in Milk
Tender young lamb, slowly braised in whole milk with garlic, herbs, and spices until it becomes incredibly ten…
7 net8 total1 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Piletina sa Četiri Vrste Sira (Keto Verzija, Bez Priloga)
Chicken with Four Cheeses (Keto, without Sides)
Chicken breast or thigh cooked in a decadent, creamy sauce made with a blend of four distinct cheeses (e.g., G…
7 net8 total1 fibre60 protein70 fat880 kcal
KAsoon
Pohovane Tikvice (Bez Brašna, u Jajetu i Parmigiano Koreju)
Fried Zucchini (No Flour, in Egg and Parmesan Crust)
Slices of fresh zucchini coated in an egg wash and a crust made from grated Parmesan cheese (or similar hard c…
7 net9 total2 fibre26 protein47 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Beli Bubrezi u Saftu (Keto Verzija)
Veal Testicles Stew (Keto Version)
A traditional Serbian delicacy featuring veal testicles slow-cooked in a rich, savory gravy, typically with on…
8 net10 total2 fibre45 protein70 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Čorbica od spanaća sa pavlakom i jajetom
Creamy Spinach Soup with Cream and Egg (Keto)
A comforting and nutritious creamy spinach soup, often enriched with heavy cream and a poached or boiled egg. …
8 net12 total4 fibre18 protein58 fat620 kcal
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Jagnjeći jezik u saftu
Lamb Tongue in Sauce (Keto, without flour)
Slow-cooked lamb tongue, prized for its tender texture and rich flavor, served in a savory sauce often made wi…
8 net10 total2 fibre38 protein75 fat870 kcal
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Krem Čorba od Brokolija sa Pavlakom i Čvarcima (Keto Verzija)
Cream of Broccoli Soup with Sour Cream and Cracklings (Keto Version)
A rich and creamy soup made with fresh broccoli, thickened with heavy cream or sour cream (pavlaka), and often…
8 net12 total4 fibre15 protein50 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Kremasti Teleći Bubrezi sa Slaninom i Dijonskim Senfom
Creamy Veal Kidneys with Bacon and Dijon Mustard
Pan-fried veal kidneys and crispy smoked bacon, served in a rich and tangy cream sauce flavored with Dijon mus…
8 net10 total2 fibre70 protein80 fat1000 kcal
KAsoon
Pečene Jagnjeće Grudi sa Keto Povrćem
Roasted Lamb Breast with Keto Vegetables
Succulent lamb breast, a naturally fatty cut, slow-roasted until tender and crispy, served with a selection of…
8 net12 total4 fibre75 protein88 fat1100 kcal
KAsoon
Pohovane Pečurke (Keto, sa Bademovim Brašnom)
Keto Breaded Fried Mushrooms (with Almond Flour)
Fresh mushrooms (e.g., button, oyster, or portobello slices) coated in a savory keto-friendly breading (such a…
8 net13 total5 fibre18 protein45 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Ćuretina u Sosu od Pečuraka i Pavlake (Keto Verzija, Bez Priloga)
Turkey in Mushroom and Cream Sauce (Keto Version, No Sides)
Tender turkey breast fillet pan-seared and then simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made with fresh mushrooms, he…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Kokošiji Paprikaš (Keto Verzija, Bez Brašna i Testenine)
Keto Chicken Paprikaš (Creamy Chicken Stew)
Tender pieces of chicken (often bone-in dark meat) simmered in a rich, creamy, and mildly spicy sauce based on…
9 net12 total3 fibre65 protein78 fat980 kcal
KAsoon
Pijana Sarma (Keto Verzija, Bez Pirinča)
Drunken Cabbage Rolls (Keto, No Rice)
A rich variation of traditional Serbian cabbage rolls, made with fermented sauerkraut leaves, filled with a mi…
9 net15 total6 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
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Teleći Sote Stroganov (Keto Verzija)
Keto Veal Stroganoff (without Pasta/Rice)
Sautéed veal strips in a rich, creamy mushroom and sour cream sauce, seasoned with paprika. A keto version ser…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Kremasta Pileća Džigerica sa Lukom i Slaninom
Creamy Chicken Liver with Onions and Bacon
Pan-fried chicken liver with sautéed onions, crispy bacon bits, and a rich, savory cream sauce. A traditional …
10 net12 total2 fibre45 protein70 fat850 kcal
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Škembići u Mleku (Keto Verzija)
Tripe in Milk (Keto Version)
A comforting Serbian stew made from beef tripe, slowly simmered in a creamy, milk-based sauce. The keto versio…
10 net12 total2 fibre50 protein60 fat780 kcal