Pečena Patka s Pirjanim Zeljem
Roast Duck with Braised Cabbage (without starchy sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no starchy sides like potatoes or dumplings. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Croatian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Crispy-skinned roast duck, rich and flavorful, accompanied by a traditional side of braised cabbage (zelje), cooked down with onions and duck fat until tender and savory. This preparation avoids starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Whole duck or duck breast/leg, olive oil, duck fat, salt, pepper, garlic, herbs (rosemary, thyme), braised cabbage, onion.
How to make it keto
Request no starchy sides like potatoes or dumplings. Confirm no sugar in braised cabbage. Ask for minimal onion.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Pečenu Patku, molim bez škrobnih priloga poput krumpira ili knedli. Je li zelje bez šećera i s minimalno luka?
For the Pečena Patka, please no starchy sides like potatoes or dumplings. Is the cabbage without sugar and with minimal onion?
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in braised cabbage. Large portions of onion.
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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