Pečenje
Roasted Lamb/Veal/Pork (with Keto Greens)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'bez krompira' (without potatoes) and ask for a side of 'blitva' (Swiss chard) or other grilled green vegetables cooked with olive oil and garlic. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A centerpiece of Montenegrin cuisine, 'pečenje' refers to roasted whole lamb, veal, or pork, often cooked on a spit or in a large oven. The meat is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Typically served with potatoes, this version replaces them with low-carb greens.
Key ingredients
Roasted lamb, veal or pork, salt, olive oil, leafy greens
How to make it keto
Request 'bez krompira' (without potatoes) and ask for a side of 'blitva' (Swiss chard) or other grilled green vegetables cooked with olive oil and garlic.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Pečenje bez krompira, molim. Može blitva sa maslinovim uljem i belim lukom umesto toga?
Pečenje without potatoes, please. Can I have blitva with olive oil and garlic instead?
Watch out for
Potatoes are the main carb risk. Confirm no sugary glazes are used in the roasting process, which is rare for traditional pečenje.
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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