Njeguška pršuta
Njeguši Smoked Ham (Prosciutto)
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A delicacy from the village of Njeguši, this is a thinly sliced, air-dried and smoked ham, similar to Italian prosciutto, with a rich, salty flavor. It is a staple appetizer in Montenegrin cuisine.
Key ingredients
Pork leg, sea salt, natural smoke.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or fruit is served alongside; enjoy plain.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Njegušku pršutu molim poslužite bez hleba i voća, samo čistu.
For Njeguška pršuta, please serve it plain, without bread or fruit.
Watch out for
Often served with bread or melons; confirm no accompaniments.
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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