Carsko Meso (Pečena Slanina)
Roasted Pork Belly
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
A delectable cut of pork belly, slow-roasted until the meat is tender and the skin is wonderfully crispy. A rich and indulgent dish, often simply seasoned.
Key ingredients
Pork belly, salt, pepper, garlic, paprika (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used. Request plain, without starchy sides (e.g., potatoes, bread) or fruit chutneys.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Molim Carsko Meso. Bez slatkih glazura ili marinada. Samo obično, bez škrobnih priloga ili voćnih chutneya.
I'd like the Carsko Meso. Please, no sugary glazes or marinades. Just plain, without starchy sides or fruit chutneys.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might use a honey or sugar-based glaze to achieve crispiness or flavor, or serve with sweet fruit accompaniments.
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.
More on the Croatian menuAll 335 Croatian dishes ›
