Janjeće pečenje na ražnju
Spit-Roasted Lamb
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bosnian/Herzegovinian dishes.
What it is
A celebratory dish where a whole lamb is slow-roasted on a spit over an open fire, resulting in incredibly tender, juicy meat with a crispy, flavorful skin. Seasoned simply with salt.
Key ingredients
Whole lamb, salt, black pepper, rosemary (optional), garlic (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no marinades with sugar or other carbs are used (traditional preparation uses only salt). Request only the meat and fat, specifically asking for no carb-heavy sides like roasted potatoes or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Bosnian)
Za Janjeće pečenje, molim vas bez šećera u marinadi, samo sol. Servirajte samo meso i masnoću, bez krompira ili hljeba.
For Janjeće pečenje, please ensure no sugar in the marinade, just salt. Serve only meat and fat, no potatoes or bread.
Watch out for
Often served with large portions of roasted potatoes or bread. Some non-traditional rubs or marinades might contain sugar.
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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