Keto Japraci (Cabbage Rolls with Minced Meat)
Montenegrin Cabbage Rolls with Minced Meat (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the meat filling contains NO RICE. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Savory minced meat (typically a mix of beef and pork) seasoned with herbs and spices, meticulously wrapped in tender, fermented cabbage leaves and slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful broth. This keto-modified version omits the traditional rice filler from the meat mixture.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut leaves, ground beef, ground pork, onion, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, lard or olive oil, broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm that the meat filling contains NO RICE. Also, verify that no flour or other starches are used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Rice in the filling (traditional and very common), flour used as a thickener in the sauce (some regional variations), potential for small amounts of sugar in some commercial sauerkraut brands (low risk).
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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