Njeguška kobasica
Njegusi Smoked Sausage (Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread, no potatoes, no fries, or any other starchy sides. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A traditional Montenegrin smoked sausage originating from the Njeguši region, primarily made from rich pork. This intensely flavorful and fatty sausage is often grilled or fried. It is easily keto-friendly when served with appropriate low-carb side dishes instead of bread or potatoes.
Key ingredients
Pork, pork fat/bacon, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic, smoked.
How to make it keto
Request no bread, no potatoes, no fries, or any other starchy sides. Ask for a side of sautéed cabbage, grilled zucchini, or a simple green salad with olive oil and vinegar.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Njeguška kobasica: Bez hleba, krompira, pomfrita ili drugih skrobnih priloga. Može dinstani kupus, grilovane tikvice ili obična zelena salata sa uljem i sirćetom?
Njeguška kobasica: No bread, no potatoes, no fries, no starchy sides. Can I have sautéed cabbage, grilled zucchini, or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar?
Watch out for
Bread, starchy sides (potatoes), hidden sugars in some commercial sausage preparations.
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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