Jagnjeće Pečenje ispod Sača
Roasted Lamb under the Bell
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Slow-roasted lamb, typically cooked under a metal bell (sač) covered with hot embers. The meat is tender, succulent, and infused with its own juices, often cooked with some onions, carrots, and herbs. For keto, focus on the meat and juices.
Key ingredients
Lamb, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, rosemary, small amount of onion, carrot (trace amounts usually cooked down)
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes are served with the dish. Request any cooked vegetables on the side be omitted if they are high-carb. Focus solely on the succulent lamb meat.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Jagnjeće Pečenje ispod Sača, molim. Bez krompira i bez kuvanog povrća sa puno ugljenih hidrata.
Jagnjeće Pečenje ispod Sača, please. No potatoes, and no high-carb cooked vegetables on the side.
Watch out for
Potatoes commonly served as a side, small amounts of high-carb root vegetables (carrots) used in cooking (usually negligible when cooked down), potential for flour-thickened pan sauces (rare in traditional preparation).
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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