Punjeni Poriluk s Mljevenim Mesom i Sirom (Keto-style)
Stuffed Leeks with Minced Meat and Cheese (Keto-style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no rice or breadcrumbs are used in the stuffing mixture. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Croatian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Blanched leek halves stuffed with a savory mixture of minced meat and cheese, then baked until golden and tender. Modified to ensure no rice or breadcrumbs in the stuffing and a keto-friendly sauce.
Key ingredients
Leeks, minced beef/pork, cheese (e.g., hard cheese like Parmesan or local variety), egg, herbs (parsley), spices, olive oil, tomato paste (small amount for sauce), heavy cream (for sauce, optional).
How to make it keto
Confirm no rice or breadcrumbs are used in the stuffing mixture. Ensure any accompanying sauce is not sugar-laden or flour-thickened.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Potvrdite da u nadjevu nema riže ni krušnih mrvica. Umak neka bude bez šećera i brašna.
Confirm no rice or breadcrumbs in the stuffing. Please ensure the sauce is not sugary or flour-thickened.
Watch out for
Rice or breadcrumbs in the stuffing, sugary or flour-thickened 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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