Popeci (Keto Montenegrin Stuffed Meat)
Montenegrin Stuffed Veal/Pork Cutlet (unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'ne pohovano' (not breaded/unbreaded). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A Montenegrin specialty, 'Popeci' traditionally consists of a veal or pork cutlet stuffed with Njeguši pršut (ham) and Njeguši sir (cheese), then breaded and fried. The keto version omits the breading.
Key ingredients
Veal or pork cutlet, Njeguši pršut (cured ham), Njeguši sir (local cheese), olive oil/butter for pan-frying, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request 'ne pohovano' (not breaded/unbreaded). Ensure it's pan-fried in oil or butter without any flour or breadcrumb coating.
Watch out for
Traditional breading is very high carb. Ensure no flour is used for dusting or thickening.
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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