Čobanac (Slavonski Pastirski Gulaš)
Čobanac (Slavonian Shepherd's Stew)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour or starch thickeners in the stew. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Croatian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A fiery and hearty stew from Slavonia, traditionally made with several types of meat (pork, beef, sometimes game), generous amounts of paprika, onions, and various spices, slow-cooked in a cauldron.
Key ingredients
Pork, beef (sometimes venison), onions, bell peppers (minimal), garlic, hot and sweet paprika, tomato paste (minimal), lard/oil, water/broth, bay leaf, chili flakes.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour or starch thickeners in the stew. Request no bread accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Čobanac, je li gulaš bez brašna ili škroba? I molim bez kruha.
For the Čobanac, is the stew thickened without flour or starch? And please, no bread with it.
Watch out for
Onions, bell peppers, and tomato paste can contribute carbs. Potential for flour thickeners in some preparations.
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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