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Haiduk Appetizer (Smoked Meats & Cheese Platter)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bulgarian dishes.
What it is
A rustic platter featuring a selection of robust, air-dried and smoked Bulgarian meats, often including unique regional specialties like wild boar sausage, venison pastarma, or specific cured pork cuts. Accompanied by a firm, savory cheese and olives. Naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Assorted cured/smoked meats (e.g., wild boar sausage, venison pastarma, Elenski But), Bulgarian white brined cheese (sirene) or kashkaval, olives.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread, crackers, or high-carb fruit garnishes are included. Request a generous portion of meat and cheese.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Без хляб, крекери или плодови гарнитури. Може ли повече месо и сирене?
Please, no bread, crackers, or high-carb fruit garnishes. I'd like a generous portion of meat and cheese.
Watch out for
Some cured meats can contain small amounts of sugar or fillers. Olives can vary in carb content. Ensure no bread or high-carb fruits are served as garnish.
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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