Teleća Žlijezda na Žaru
Grilled Veal Sweetbreads
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
Delicate and rich veal sweetbreads, simply seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic, and herbs, then grilled to perfection.
Key ingredients
Veal sweetbreads, olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request no sugary marinades. Ensure served plain or with simple herbs, without any starchy sides like polenta or potatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Teleću Žlijezdu na Žaru: Molim bez slatkih marinada. Poslužite je čistu ili sa začinskim biljem, bez škrobnih priloga.
For Teleća Žlijezda na Žaru: Please, no sugary marinades. Serve it plain or with simple herbs, and no starchy sides.
Watch out for
Potential sugary marinades. Almost always served with high-carb sides (potatoes, polenta) which must be omitted.
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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