Kuhana Janjetina
Boiled Lamb with Natural Juices
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bosnian/Herzegovinian dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb, slowly boiled until fork-tender, often with some root vegetables (carrots, celery) and onions for flavor, then strained and served in its own natural, savory broth. A traditional, rustic dish.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, water, onion, garlic, bay leaf, black pepper, salt.
Optional tweaks
Request no potatoes or other high-carb root vegetables (if traditionally served) in the final plating; ensure only the meat and broth are served. Omit any bread served on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Bosnian)
Molim vas kuhanu janjetinu samo s mesom i juhom, bez krompira i hljeba sa strane.
Please serve the boiled lamb with just the meat and broth, no potatoes or bread on the side.
Watch out for
Potential inclusion of high-carb root vegetables (potatoes, carrots) on the plate, even if used minimally for broth flavor. Always clarify that these should be omitted from the serving.
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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