Punjena Jaja
Stuffed Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
Hard-boiled eggs, halved and filled with a creamy, savory mixture, typically involving mayonnaise, mustard, and fresh herbs. A classic appetizer.
Key ingredients
Eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, fresh parsley, chives, salt, pepper, olive oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breadcrumbs are used in the filling (though uncommon). Confirm mayonnaise is sugar-free. Ask for no bread side.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Punjena Jaja: Ima li krušnih mrvica u nadjevu? Je li majoneza bez šećera? Molim bez kruha sa strane.
For Punjena Jaja: Are there breadcrumbs in the filling? Is the mayonnaise sugar-free? Please, no bread on the side.
Watch out for
Mayonnaise can sometimes contain sugar. Often served with high-carb bread as a side.
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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