Popeci (Unbreaded Veal/Pork Roll with Prosciutto and Cheese)
Montenegrin Stuffed Veal/Pork Roll (unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request **NO BREADING** on the cutlets. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A Montenegrin specialty featuring thin veal or pork cutlets, generously stuffed with Njegusi prosciutto and local cheese (like Kajmak or Njeguski sir), then rolled and pan-fried. The keto version removes the traditional breading.
Key ingredients
Veal or pork cutlet, Njegusi prosciutto, Njeguski sir/kajmak, olive oil or butter for cooking.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request **NO BREADING** on the cutlets. Ensure it is pan-fried in olive oil or butter. Request no potato side.
Watch out for
The traditional dish is heavily breaded, which is a major carb risk. Always served with a potato side. Ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used.
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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