Kuvana Teletina
Boiled Veal with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no potatoes' (bez krompira) and 'no carrots' (bez šargarepe). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
Tender veal, slow-cooked in its own juices or a light broth until exceptionally soft. Traditionally served with potatoes and carrots, it's easily modified by substituting these with low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Veal chunks, water/broth, bay leaf, pepper, salt. Served with a side of sautéed spinach or steamed broccoli.
How to make it keto
Request 'no potatoes' (bez krompira) and 'no carrots' (bez šargarepe). Ask for a side of green salad or specific low-carb vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Molim vas Kuvana Teletina bez krompira i šargarepe. Može li umesto toga zelena salata, spanać ili brokoli?
For the Kuvana Teletina, no potatoes or carrots, please. Can I have a side of green salad, spinach, or broccoli instead?
Watch out for
The traditional serving includes high-carb root vegetables. Potential flour thickeners in the broth, though less common for this simple dish.
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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