Meso z Tiblice
Cured Pork from Međimurje
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional cold dish from Međimurje featuring lean cured pork (pork leg, shoulder, or belly) preserved in lard (tiblica), often served thinly sliced with red onion, a local cheese (like Turoš, if available), and a drizzle of pumpkin seed oil.
Key ingredients
Cured pork, lard, red onion, hard or semi-hard cheese (e.g., Turoš), pumpkin seed oil, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or other carb accompaniments are served. Confirm lard is the only preserving fat used, not any sugary marinades.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Molim 'Meso z Tiblice' bez kruha i drugih ugljikohidrata. Je li spremljeno samo u svinjskoj masti, bez slatkih marinada?
Please serve the 'Meso z Tiblice' without bread or other carbs. Is it preserved only with lard, no sugary marinades?
Watch out for
Often served with bread or pickled vegetables which might have sugar. Red onion adds some carbs; can request less if strict.
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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