Teleća čorba
Clear Veal Soup (no starches)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no potatoes, pasta, or rice. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting and nourishing veal soup, prepared with tender pieces of veal, simmered in a rich, savory broth with a minimal amount of low-carb vegetables like onions and bell peppers, often seasoned with herbs and a touch of sour cream (if requested).
Key ingredients
Veal meat (shoulder/leg), veal bone broth, onions, bell peppers, celery, cooking oil, spices (salt, pepper, bay leaf), sour cream (optional, for garnish).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no potatoes, pasta, or rice. Confirm no flour is used as a thickener. Request a clear, broth-based soup with plenty of veal.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Teleća čorba bez brašna, gustina, krompira, šargarepe, testenine ili pirinča.
Teleća čorba without flour, cornstarch, potatoes, carrots, pasta, or rice.
Watch out for
Typically contains potatoes, carrots, or pasta. Flour can be used to thicken the broth. A generous amount of carrot or other root vegetables can increase carb count.
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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