Телешка глава во тавче
Veal Head Hotpot (Keto-style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, rice, or other starchy vegetables are added to the hotpot. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A deeply traditional and rich Macedonian dish where tender meat from a veal head (cheeks, tongue, etc.) is slow-cooked in an earthenware pot ('tavche') with onions, peppers, garlic, and aromatic herbs until incredibly tender and gelatinous.
Key ingredients
Veal head meat, onions, bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, bay leaf, oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes, rice, or other starchy vegetables are added to the hotpot. Confirm that any sauces are not thickened with flour or contain hidden sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Macedonian)
Ве молам да нема компири, ориз или скробни зеленчуци. Сосот да не е згуснат со брашно или да содржи скриени шеќери.
Please ensure no potatoes, rice, or starchy vegetables are added. The sauce should not be thickened with flour or contain hidden sugars.
Watch out for
Very often prepared with potatoes or served with bread. Sauces may contain flour as a thickener, or hidden sugars.
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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