Sir na Žaru (Travnički/Livanjski Sir)
Grilled Local Cheese (Sheep/Cow Milk)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Bosnian/Herzegovinian dishes.
What it is
Thick slices of firm, salty local cheese (such as Travnički or Livanjski, often sheep or cow milk based) grilled until softened and slightly browned, with a distinct charred flavor. Often served as an appetizer.
Key ingredients
Firm local cheese (e.g., Travnički, Livanjski), olive oil (for grilling).
Optional tweaks
Request no bread or fruit accompaniments. Can be served with a side of plain green salad (if available and not on banned list) or fresh herbs.
Say this to the waiter (Bosnian)
Molim vas grilani sir bez hljeba i voća. Može li salata ili svježe začinsko bilje sa strane?
Please serve the grilled cheese without bread or fruit. A side of green salad or fresh herbs would be great.
Watch out for
Often served with bread, fruit jams, or other carb-heavy condiments. Ensure only the grilled cheese is served.
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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