Keto Japraci (Sarmice od Kiselog Kupusa)
Keto Sour Cabbage Rolls (Meat Stuffed, Rice-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the stuffing is made without rice. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Savory rolls made from fermented sour cabbage leaves, stuffed with a seasoned mixture of ground meat (beef/pork) and herbs, slow-cooked in a rich broth. Modified to be rice-free.
Key ingredients
Sour cabbage leaves, ground beef/pork mixture, onion, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, broth, smoked meat (optional for flavor).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the stuffing is made without rice. Confirm with the kitchen. Some traditional recipes may include a small amount of flour or breadcrumbs as a binder, so inquire.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Za Keto Japraci, molim vas, proverite da nadev nema pirinač. I da li ima brašna ili prezli kao veziva u nadevu?
For the Keto Japraci, please ensure the stuffing has no rice. Can you also confirm there's no flour or breadcrumbs used as a binder?
Watch out for
Traditional japraci always contain rice in the filling. Potential for flour/breadcrumbs in the meat mixture or thickeners in 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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