Pljeskavica (bez lepinje)
Grilled Balkan Meat Patty (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'bez lepinje' (without bread). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A large, seasoned, grilled patty made from minced meat (typically a blend of beef, pork, and/or lamb), similar to a large burger but with distinct Balkan spices. It's juicy and flavorful. Served without the traditional flatbread (lepinja) for a keto option.
Key ingredients
Minced beef/pork/lamb mix, onions, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, cooking oil for grilling.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'bez lepinje' (without bread). Confirm no breadcrumbs or fillers are used in the meat mixture.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Pljeskavicu bez lepinje, molim. Može li prilog seckanog sirovog luka? Imate li kajmak ili običnu mešanu salatu samo sa uljem i sirćetom?
Pljeskavica, without bread, please. Can I get a side of chopped raw onions? Do you have kajmak or a plain mixed salad with just oil and vinegar?
Watch out for
The main risk is the accompanying lepinja (flatbread). Some meat mixes may contain breadcrumbs as a binder, so it's good to confirm if possible.
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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