Ćevapi (Keto Plate)
Grilled Minced Meat Skewers with Kajmak and Ajvar (no bread, no fries)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no bread (lepinja) or fries. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Classic grilled minced meat sausages, a staple in Montenegrin cuisine. Served hot, seasoned, and flavorful. Modified to be a low-carb platter with high-fat kajmak and a minimal amount of ajvar, omitting all starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Minced beef/pork (or mix), onion, garlic, salt, pepper, kajmak (clotted cream), ajvar (red pepper relish, small amount).
How to make it keto
Absolutely no bread (lepinja) or fries. Request extra kajmak. Be mindful of ajvar, which can contain hidden sugar; ask for a very small amount or plain sliced raw onion/tomato if preferred.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Ćevapi bez lepinje, pomfrita i ajvara. Molim vas seckani crni luk i zelenu salatu ili grilovano povrće umesto toga.
Cevapi, please no lepinja, no fries, and no ajvar. I'd like fresh chopped onions and a side green salad or grilled vegetables instead.
Watch out for
Lepinja (bread) and fries are standard accompaniments. Ajvar often has added sugar; confirm or limit intake. Some less authentic ćevapi might contain breadcrumbs, but traditionally minimal.
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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