Goveđa Čorbica (Keto)
Beef and Vegetable Stew (Keto, no thickeners)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy root vegetables. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty beef stew made with tender chunks of beef and a mix of low-carb vegetables, slow-cooked in a rich broth.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks, water/broth, onion, garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, celery, cabbage, tomato paste (minimal), cooking oil, salt, pepper, bay leaf.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy root vegetables. Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the stew. Confirm only low-carb vegetables are included.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Goveđa Čorbica, molim bez krompira, šargarepe i ostalog korenastog povrća. Takođe, da ne bude zgusnuta brašnom ili skrobom.
For the Goveđa Čorbica, please no potatoes, carrots, or starchy root vegetables. Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken it.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes often include potatoes, carrots, or a flour/roux-based thickener. Some use more tomato paste than ideal for strict keto.
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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