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.
26 matching dishes
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
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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