Jagnjetina ispod Sača (Slow-Cooked Lamb under the Bell) - Keto Version
Keto Lamb Sač (Slow-Cooked Lamb with Root Vegetables Omitted)
Yes, with a tweak: insist on no potatoes or carrots. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
Fall-off-the-bone tender lamb, slow-cooked for hours under a sač with hot coals. This traditional method results in succulent meat infused with its own rich flavors and fat. Standard preparation includes high-carb root vegetables which must be excluded.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, lard/olive oil, salt, pepper, minimal garlic (optional).
How to make it keto
Insist on no potatoes or carrots. Request only the lamb meat, with its natural juices and rendered fat. Confirm no large quantities of onions are used.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Jagnjetina ispod Sača, molim vas samo jagnjeće meso sa sokovima. Bez krompira, šargarepe i puno luka.
For Jagnjetina ispod Sača, please serve only the lamb meat with its juices. No potatoes, carrots, or large amounts of onions.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, and onions are customary components. Marinades or spice rubs might contain sugar. Check for any flour used to thicken the sauce.
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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