Goveđa Juha (Keto-style)
Clear Beef Broth with Shredded Meat and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no noodles, rice, potatoes, or dumplings. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
A classic clear beef broth, slow-simmered with beef bones and meat, often with root vegetables (carrots, celery) and herbs. For keto, it is served without traditional noodles, semolina dumplings (gris knedle), or potatoes, allowing the rich beef flavor and tender meat/veg to shine.
Key ingredients
Beef bones, beef meat (e.g., shank), water, carrots, celery root, parsley root, onion, bay leaf, peppercorns, salt, fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no noodles, rice, potatoes, or dumplings. Ask for extra shredded beef and a small amount of non-starchy vegetables (celery, a tiny bit of carrot) or just the clear broth with meat.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Goveđu Juhu, molim bez tjestenine, riže, krumpira ili knedli. Mogu li dobiti više mesa u bistroj juhi s malo neškrobnog povrća?
For Goveđa Juha, no noodles, rice, potatoes, or dumplings. Can I have extra shredded beef with clear broth and a small amount of non-starchy vegetables?
Watch out for
Traditional service includes noodles, semolina dumplings, or small potatoes. Carrots (in higher amounts) and other root vegetables can add carbs.
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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