Bakalar na Crveno s Povrćem
Red Cod Stew with Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no potatoes. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Croatian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty stew featuring rehydrated dried cod cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with garlic, onions, olive oil, and herbs. Modified to omit traditional potatoes and include additional low-carb vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
Key ingredients
Dried cod, tomatoes (fresh/canned), olive oil, onion, garlic, parsley, white wine, bay leaf, zucchini, bell peppers, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no potatoes. Request extra low-carb vegetables instead. Confirm the tomato sauce is not sweetened or thickened with flour.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Bakalar na Crveno, molim vas bez krumpira. Može li više niskougljikohidratnog povrća? Je li umak od rajčice bez šećera i brašna?
For Bakalar na Crveno, absolutely no potatoes, please; extra low-carb vegetables instead. Is the tomato sauce unsweetened and not thickened with flour?
Watch out for
Potatoes (default), hidden sugars in tomato sauce, flour thickeners in the stew, high amounts of onions (manageable in moderation).
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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