Punjena Mljevena Govedina u Luku (bez riže)
Stuffed Ground Beef in Onion (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the ground beef filling contains NO rice or breadcrumbs. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Croatian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A unique dish where large onion halves are hollowed out and filled with a seasoned mixture of ground beef (modified to be without rice), then slow-cooked in a savory, light sauce until tender. The onions become very soft and sweet.
Key ingredients
Large onions, ground beef, eggs, spices (paprika, salt, pepper), olive oil, minimal tomato paste or broth for sauce.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm that the ground beef filling contains NO rice or breadcrumbs. Ensure the sauce is simple, without flour-based thickeners or added sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Punjenu Mljevenu Govedinu u Luku, molim potvrdite da punjenje nema riže ni krušnih mrvica. Je li umak bez brašna i dodanog šećera?
For Punjena Mljevena Govedina u Luku, confirm no rice or breadcrumbs in the filling. Is the sauce simple, without flour or added sugar?
Watch out for
Onions themselves contribute carbs, especially when slow-cooked. Traditional versions almost always include rice in the filling. Tomato paste can add sugar; ensure minimal use. Hidden sugars in pre-made sauces.
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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