Gurmanska Pljeskavica
Gourmet Grilled Meat Patty (No Bun/Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no bun' (bez lepinje) and 'no high-carb sides' (bez priloga). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A large, thick grilled patty of seasoned minced meat (often a mix of beef and pork), typically 'gourmet' meaning it's often stuffed with cheese (like kačkavalj) or prosciutto. A very satisfying meal when served without the bun or traditional sides.
Key ingredients
Minced beef/pork, onion, garlic, spices (paprika, salt, pepper), often stuffed with kačkavalj cheese or prosciutto. Cooked with oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'no bun' (bez lepinje) and 'no high-carb sides' (bez priloga). Opt for a side of plain green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Gurmanska Pljeskavica bez lepinje i bez priloga, molim. Može li zelena salata ili grilovano nisko-ugljeno-hidratno povrće umesto toga?
Gurmanska Pljeskavica, no bun or high-carb sides, please. Can I have a plain green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables instead?
Watch out for
The bun is a major carb source. Fillers in the meat mixture, sugary marinades, and high-carb sauces/sides are common risks. Confirm the stuffing is cheese/meat and not a vegetable mix.
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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