Kyufte
Grilled Meatball
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breadcrumbs are used as filler; specify 'bez galeta' (without breadcrumbs). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Seasoned grilled patty made from a mix of ground pork and beef, often with a hint of onion and local spices, a staple of Bulgarian cuisine.
Key ingredients
Ground pork, ground beef, onion, black pepper, savory (chubritsa), salt, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no breadcrumbs are used as filler; specify 'bez galeta' (without breadcrumbs). Request no high-carb side dishes (e.g., fries, bread, rice).
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Моля, Kyufte без галета. И без високо-въглехидратни гарнитури като пържени картофи или ориз.
Kyufte, please, without breadcrumbs – 'bez galeta'. And no high-carb side dishes, like fries or rice.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs used as filler, hidden sugars in spice mixes, high-carb side dishes.
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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