Lignje na Žaru
Grilled Squid
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bosnian/Herzegovinian dishes.
What it is
Fresh squid tubes and tentacles lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, grilled to tender perfection. Often served with a simple drizzle of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
Key ingredients
Squid, olive oil, lemon, parsley, garlic (optional), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary marinades are used. Request the squid to be simply grilled and seasoned. Ask for keto-friendly sides such as grilled vegetables (zucchini, eggplant) or a simple green salad without dressing or with an oil-and-vinegar dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Bosnian)
Za Lignje na Žaru, molim vas samo grilovane i začinjene, bez šećernih marinada. Prilog grilovano povrće (tikvice, patlidžan) ili zelena salata ulje/ocat.
For Lignje na Žaru, grill simply, seasoned, no sugary marinade. Sides: grilled zucchini/eggplant, or green salad with oil/vinegar.
Watch out for
Very low. Carb risks are primarily associated with carb-laden side dishes (e.g., rice, potatoes) or sweet/sugary sauces.
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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