Jagnjeća Čorba (Keto Modified)
Keto Lamb Soup (No Root Vegetables, No Thickener)
Yes, with a tweak: request *no potatoes, carrots, or rice*. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Montenegrin lamb soup or stew, traditionally prepared with tender chunks of lamb meat and various vegetables. For keto, it must be specifically requested without high-carb root vegetables and any flour-based thickeners, focusing on a clear, rich broth.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (chunks), lamb broth, olive oil, onion (small amount), garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, tomato (small amount), celery, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request *no potatoes, carrots, or rice*. Explicitly ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the soup. Can ask for extra green vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or green beans if available.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Za Jagnjeću Čorbu, molim bez krompira, šargarepe i pirinča. Važno je da nema brašna ili skroba za zgušnjavanje.
For Jagnjeća Čorba, no potatoes, carrots, or rice please. Please ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken it.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, and rice are very common additions. Flour or starch thickeners are a significant risk. Large amounts of tomato or onion can also contribute to net carbs.
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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