Pastërma e Fërguar me Djathë
Fried Cured Meat (Pastirma) with Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Thin slices of Albanian pastërma, a highly flavorful cured and air-dried meat (often beef or lamb), pan-fried until slightly crispy, then combined with a generous portion of melting white cheese, similar to feta or local Albanian brined cheese.
Key ingredients
Albanian pastërma (cured meat), white cheese (e.g., djathë i bardhë or feta-style), olive oil or butter.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Inquire about sugar content in the pastërma's curing process if highly sensitive, but usually minimal for savory types.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
A ka sheqer të shtuar pastërma gjatë procesit të tharjes?
Does the pastërma contain added sugar in the curing process?
Watch out for
Some cured meats might contain trace sugars in curing; confirm with kitchen if possible. Ensure cheese is plain, without additives.
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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