Popeci (Keto-style Stuffed Meat Rolls, No Breading)
Keto Montenegrin Stuffed Meat Rolls (Pork/Veal, Prosciutto & Cheese)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no breading (bez paniranja). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A keto interpretation of the famous Montenegrin dish. Thinly pounded pork or veal fillet is stuffed with Njeguši prosciutto and local cheese, then rolled, pan-fried or baked without any breading. This preserves the rich flavors while removing the high-carb coating.
Key ingredients
Pork or veal fillet, Njeguši prosciutto, local cheese, olive oil/butter, salt, pepper, spices.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no breading (bez paniranja). Request it be pan-fried or baked.
Watch out for
Traditional Popeci are breaded and deep-fried. The breading must be strictly omitted.
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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