Телешки джолан в сос
Braised Veal Shank in Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables in the braise or as a side. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bulgarian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Slow-braised veal shank, cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender, served in its own rich, concentrated savory sauce, often with a tomato and wine base.
Key ingredients
Veal shank, onions, bell peppers, celery, tomatoes (unsweetened canned or fresh), garlic, dry red wine (cooked out), beef broth, olive oil, bay leaf, black pepper, savory or thyme.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables in the braise or as a side. Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce, and no added sugar in tomato products.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Моля, без картофи, моркови или други нишестени зеленчуци. Без брашно или нишесте за сгъстяване на соса и без добавена захар в доматения сос.
No potatoes, carrots, or starchy vegetables in the braise or as a side, please. No flour or starch to thicken, and no added sugar in tomato products.
Watch out for
Starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots) in the braise, flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, hidden sugars in canned tomatoes or pre-made 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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