Njeguški Popeci (Bez Paniranja)
Njeguši Stuffed Cutlet (Unbreaded Veal or Pork)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'bez paniranja' (without breading) and ask for it to be pan-fried or grilled. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A famous Montenegrin dish consisting of thin veal or pork cutlets generously stuffed with Njeguši prosciutto and local cheese. Traditionally breaded and fried, this keto modification skips the breading.
Key ingredients
Veal or pork cutlet, Njeguši pršut (smoked ham), local cheese (e.g., Njeguški sir), olive oil or butter for cooking, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'bez paniranja' (without breading) and ask for it to be pan-fried or grilled. Confirm no flour or starch is used in its preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Molim Njeguške Popece bez paniranja, pržene ili grilovane. Proverite da nema brašna ni skroba.
I'd like the Njeguški Popeci without breading, pan-fried or grilled, please. Please confirm no flour or starch is used.
Watch out for
The traditional breading is the primary carb risk and must be omitted. Ensure no hidden sugar in the prosciutto or cheese, though usually these are fine.
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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