Popeci
Montenegrin Schnitzel Stuffed with Pršut and Cheese (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no breading or a very thin, flour-only dredge (no breadcrumbs). About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Montenegrin food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A Montenegrin specialty: thin veal or pork cutlets pounded flat, stuffed with Njeguški pršut (prosciutto) and local cheese, rolled, breaded, and pan-fried. The dish itself is keto-friendly if breading is minimal, but typically served with high-carb potato sides.
Key ingredients
Veal or pork cutlet, Njeguški pršut, Njeguški sir (or other hard cheese), eggs, olive oil/butter for frying.
How to make it keto
Request no breading or a very thin, flour-only dredge (no breadcrumbs). Crucially, omit any potato side dishes (fries, mashed potatoes) and request a side of grilled vegetables (zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers) or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Popeci, molim vas bez prezli, samo brašno. Bez krompira. Može li grilovano povrće ili zelena salata umesto toga?
For Popeci, please no breading, just flour. No potato side dishes. Can I have grilled vegetables or a green salad instead?
Watch out for
Breading (flour, breadcrumbs) on the schnitzel, potato side dishes, hidden sugars in marinades or sauces (less common for this dish).
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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