Pečena Piletina (Keto Modified)
Roasted Chicken with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: omit potatoes. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A whole roasted chicken, often cooked slowly in an oven or under the traditional sač, seasoned simply with herbs and spices. Served with a generous portion of roasted keto-friendly vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant, instead of the customary potatoes.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, paprika, salt, pepper, bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant.
How to make it keto
Omit potatoes. Request a side of mixed low-carb vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant) that are roasted or grilled.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Za Pečenu Piletinu, molim vas bez krompira. Molim pečeno ili grilovano mešano niskougljenohidratno povrće (paprike, tikvice, patlidžan).
Pečena Piletina, please omit potatoes. Serve with roasted or grilled mixed low-carb vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant).
Watch out for
Potatoes are a very common accompaniment. Ensure explicit omission. Confirm no high-carb marinades or sauces are used, and that only low-carb vegetables are included.
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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