Ćevapi (bez hleba) / Pljeskavica (bez hleba)
Grilled Minced Meat Skewers with Onion and Ajvar (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'bez lepinje' (without bread) or 'bez hleba'. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Grilled seasoned minced meat, shaped into small sausages (ćevapi) or a large patty (pljeskavica), a staple of Balkan cuisine. Traditionally served with fresh onion and ajvar (red pepper relish) but without the accompanying bread for keto.
Key ingredients
Ground beef and/or lamb (often mixed), onion, garlic, spices (paprika, salt, pepper), served with raw chopped onion and ajvar.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'bez lepinje' (without bread) or 'bez hleba'. Be mindful of ajvar, as some versions contain sugar (ask for 'bez šećera' if possible or use sparingly).
Watch out for
The most significant carb risk is the accompanying lepinja (flatbread). Ajvar can contain hidden sugars, though typically in small amounts. Some recipes might use breadcrumbs in the meat mixture, but this is less common in traditional ćevapi/pljeskavica.
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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