Jagnjetina ispod sača (Lamb Slow-Roasted with Keto Vegetables)
Slow-Roasted Lamb with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: specify that no potatoes or carrots should be included. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender lamb slow-roasted under a traditional metal bell (sač) covered with hot coals. While traditionally served with potatoes, a keto-friendly version focuses on the succulent lamb cooked with onions, bell peppers, and its own rich juices.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, onions, bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Specify that no potatoes or carrots should be included. Ask for extra onions and bell peppers if available.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Za Jagnjetinu ispod sača, molim vas bez krompira i šargarepe. Može li više luka i paprika?
For Jagnjetina ispod sača, please no potatoes or carrots. Can I have extra onions and bell peppers?
Watch out for
Potatoes and carrots are almost always part of this dish. Clear communication is essential to ensure their omission. Some restaurants might add flour as a thickener to the pan juices, though less common for 'sač' dishes.
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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