Македонска Туршија
Macedonian Mixed Pickles
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the pickling brine (traditional Macedonian tursija is usually savory). About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Macedonian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular assortment of fermented and pickled vegetables, typically including cabbage, cucumbers, green tomatoes, and peppers, offering a tangy and refreshing side dish.
Key ingredients
Mixed vegetables (cabbage, cucumbers, green tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots), vinegar, water, salt, garlic, dill, peppercorns.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar is added to the pickling brine (traditional Macedonian tursija is usually savory). Request if there are any higher carb vegetables (like excessive carrots) to be minimized.
Say this to the waiter (Macedonian)
За Македонска Туршија, ве молам потврдете дека нема додаден шеќер. И дали може да се минимизираат повеќе јаглехидратни зеленчуци како моркови?
For the Македонска Туршија, please confirm no added sugar. Can you minimize higher-carb vegetables like carrots?
Watch out for
Added sugar in the pickling brine (less common in traditional Macedonian but possible in modern preparations). Carrots can contribute to higher carbs if in large quantity.
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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