Šiš Ćevap
Skewered Grilled Meat (Keto with Side Salad)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Bosnian/Herzegovinian dishes.
What it is
Succulent cubes of marinated beef or lamb, threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. Served as a pure protein dish, accompanied by a fresh, low-carb side salad, omitting traditional bread or rice.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb (cubed), onions, bell peppers (optional, on skewer), olive oil, spices (paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread (somun/pita), rice, or potatoes are served. Request a side salad with oil and vinegar dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Bosnian)
Šiš Ćevap bih, molim vas. Bez hljeba, riže ili krompira. Molim i salatu sa uljem i sirćetom.
Šiš Ćevap, please. No bread, rice, or potatoes. I'd like a side salad with oil and vinegar dressing.
Watch out for
Commonly served with bread, rice, or potato-based sides. Some small amount of carbs from the marinade if it contains 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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