Japraci (Keto-Friendly)
Sour Cabbage Rolls (without Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'bez riže' (without rice) in the filling. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Small, savory rolls made from fermented (sour) cabbage leaves, filled with a mixture of minced meat and spices, then slow-cooked in a rich sauce. Modified by omitting rice from the traditional filling.
Key ingredients
Sour cabbage leaves, minced beef/pork, onions, garlic, paprika, cooking oil, tomato paste (minimal).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'bez riže' (without rice) in the filling. Confirm no added flour as a thickener in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Molim Japraci, bez pirinča u filu. Da li se koristi brašno za zgušnjavanje sosa?
Japraci, please, without rice in the filling. Is there any flour used as a thickener in the sauce?
Watch out for
Rice is a standard filler in 'japraci' (and 'sarma' in general); strict omission is paramount. Tomato sauce/paste might contain hidden sugars or starch.
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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