Keto Sarma (sa karfiol rižom i mesom)
Keto Cabbage Rolls (Meat Filling with Cauliflower Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request cauliflower 'rice' to be used in the filling instead of traditional white rice. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Sour cabbage leaves meticulously stuffed with a savory mixture of minced meat and cauliflower 'rice' (replacing traditional white rice), then slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce, often with smoked meats for depth. A comforting and hearty keto version of a Montenegrin staple.
Key ingredients
Sour cabbage leaves, minced beef and/or pork, cauliflower 'rice', onions (minimal), garlic, smoked meat (e.g., bacon, smoked ribs for flavor), paprika, minimal tomato paste, olive oil, spices.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request cauliflower 'rice' to be used in the filling instead of traditional white rice. Confirm no added sugars in the tomato paste or any accompanying sauces. Ensure any smoked meats used are sugar-free cured.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Keto Japraci, molim vas, bez pirinča u punjenju. Molim vas potvrdite da nema brašna u sosu i da je paradajz pasta minimalna.
Keto Japraci, please, without rice in the filling. Please confirm no flour in the sauce, and minimal tomato paste.
Watch out for
The primary carb source in traditional sarma is the white rice in the filling. Tomato paste can contain added sugar. Sour cabbage itself contains some carbohydrates, but is generally keto-friendly in appropriate portions. Ensure no flour is used as a thickener 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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