Keto Ćevapi i Pljeskavica
Keto Grilled Ćevapi and Pljeskavica
Yes, with a tweak: mUST request to omit bread, fries, and ajvar (often sweetened). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty serving of Montenegrin grilled meats, featuring seasoned ground meat sausages (ćevapi) and a larger, seasoned ground meat patty (pljeskavica), traditionally made from a mix of beef, pork, or lamb. Served with keto-friendly side accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, pork or lamb, salt, pepper, garlic, spices
How to make it keto
MUST request to omit bread, fries, and ajvar (often sweetened). Ask for a simple side salad (oil and vinegar dressing) or grilled/roasted non-starchy vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms).
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Ćevapi i Pljeskavica molim bez hleba, pomfrita i ajvara. Može li jednostavna zelena salata sa uljem i sirćetom, ili grilovano povrće?
For Ćevapi i Pljeskavica, no bread, fries, or ajvar. Can I have a simple side salad with oil and vinegar, or grilled vegetables instead?
Watch out for
Hidden fillers in the meat (rare for authentic versions), bread and fries are standard accompaniments. Ajvar (pepper spread) can be high in sugar. Request plain raw onions or simple keto sides.
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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