Odojak
Roasted Suckling Pig with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no marinades with sugar or sugary glazes are used. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
A highly prized Croatian delicacy of whole suckling pig, slow-roasted until the skin is incredibly crispy and the meat is tender and juicy. Traditionally seasoned simply with salt and pepper.
Key ingredients
Whole suckling pig, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no marinades with sugar or sugary glazes are used. Request non-starchy sides like grilled vegetables, blitva (without potatoes), or a simple green salad instead of roasted potatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Molim Odojak bez slatkih marinada ili glazura. Mogu li dobiti povrće na žaru, blitvu bez krumpira ili zelenu salatu umjesto pečenog krumpira?
For Odojak, no sugary marinades or glazes. Can I have grilled vegetables, blitva without potatoes, or a green salad instead of roasted potatoes?
Watch out for
Traditional service with roasted potatoes. Potential for sugary glazes or marinades (less common for traditional odojak).
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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