Popeci (Keto verzija)
Unbreaded Montenegrin Schnitzel (Veal/Pork filled with Prosciutto & Cheese) with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request NO BREADING. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A specialty of Podgorica, traditionally breaded and fried. This keto modification features tender veal or pork cutlets pounded thin, filled with Njeguš prosciutto and kajmak or local cheese, then pan-fried without breading, served with a side of sautéed blitva (chard without potatoes).
Key ingredients
Veal or pork cutlets, Njeguš prosciutto, kajmak or local hard cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper. Side: Swiss chard, garlic, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request NO BREADING. Also, request keto sides like blitva without potatoes.
Watch out for
Hidden flour in sauces, or potatoes/fries often served as sides. Ensure no starchy sides are provided.
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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