Mesni Uštipci (Meat Patties, Keto)
Montenegrin Savory Meat Patties with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that no flour or breadcrumbs are used as a binder in the meat mixture. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Savory minced meat patties, often spiced with finely chopped peppers and onions, pan-fried or grilled. Distinct from dough-based uštipci, focusing on the meat.
Key ingredients
Minced beef/pork, onions, bell peppers, garlic, eggs (as binder), salt, pepper, paprika. Cooked in oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm that no flour or breadcrumbs are used as a binder in the meat mixture. Request plain unsweetened kajmak or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar as sides, omitting any starchy accompaniments.
Watch out for
Risk of flour or breadcrumbs being used as a binder in the patties. Often served with starchy sides. Bell peppers have some carbs.
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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