Teleća šnicla na žaru
Grilled Veal Steak/Schnitzel (unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'bez pomfrita' (without fries), 'bez krompira' (without potatoes), and 'bez riže' (without rice). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Montenegrin dishes.
What it is
A straightforward yet highly prized dish of tender veal steak, often pounded thin (similar to a schnitzel but served unbreaded), seasoned, and perfectly grilled. It's a widely available and appreciated meat option in Montenegrin restaurants.
Key ingredients
Veal steak, olive oil, salt, pepper, (garlic or rosemary optional).
How to make it keto
Request 'bez pomfrita' (without fries), 'bez krompira' (without potatoes), and 'bez riže' (without rice). Ask for a simple side salad with oil and vinegar, or grilled low-carb vegetables (like zucchini, eggplant, or bell peppers) if available.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Teleću šniclu na žaru, molim, bez pomfrita, krompira i riže. Može li salata sa uljem i sirćetom, ili grilovano povrće?
Teleća šnicla na žaru, please, no fries, potatoes, or rice. Can I have a simple side salad with oil and vinegar, or grilled low-carb vegetables?
Watch out for
Usually served with potatoes (fries or boiled), rice, or sometimes a sauce that might contain thickeners or hidden sugars.
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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