Ovčetina na lešo
Boiled Mutton with Olive Oil and Garlic (without potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes (krumpir) are served with the dish. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
A traditional dish of boiled mutton, typically served very simply with its cooking liquid, a drizzle of high-quality olive oil, and fresh garlic. This preparation highlights the natural flavors of the meat.
Key ingredients
Mutton, water, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, extra virgin olive oil, garlic (optional), small amounts of onion/carrot for broth flavor.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes (krumpir) are served with the dish. Confirm no thickeners or flour are used in the cooking liquid.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Molim Ovčetinu na lešo bez krumpira. Molim potvrdite da u tekućini za kuhanje nema brašna ni zgušnjivača.
Please, Ovčetina na lešo without potatoes. And confirm there are no thickeners or flour in the cooking liquid.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a common accompaniment and must be explicitly omitted. Minor carbs from optional onion/carrot in broth are negligible.
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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