Pečeni Sir
Baked Cheese (e.g., Paški sir or similar hard cheese)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
A slice of local hard cheese (like Paški sir or other aged sheep/cow cheese) baked or grilled until slightly melted and fragrant. Often served simply with olive oil and herbs.
Key ingredients
Hard aged cheese (e.g., Paški sir), olive oil, rosemary/oregano (optional).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no breading or flour is used. Served without bread.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Pečeni Sir: Je li bez paniranja i brašna? Molim bez kruha sa strane.
For Pečeni Sir: Is it made without breading or flour? Please, no bread on the side.
Watch out for
Sometimes served with honey or jam; ensure these are omitted. Confirm no flour for dusting.
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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