Biftek na puteru sa vrganjima
Pan-Seared Beefsteak with Porcini Mushrooms in Butter
Yes, with a tweak: request no starchy sides (e.g., potatoes, rice, pasta). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A premium Serbian dish featuring a tender beefsteak (often sirloin or tenderloin) pan-seared and served with a rich, aromatic sauce made from fresh porcini mushrooms, butter, and often a touch of cream. This version focuses on the protein and keto-friendly sauce.
Key ingredients
Beefsteak (biftek), porcini mushrooms (vrganji), butter, heavy cream (optional), garlic, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, olive oil for searing.
How to make it keto
Request no starchy sides (e.g., potatoes, rice, pasta). Confirm that no flour or starch is used to thicken the mushroom sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Biftek na puteru sa vrganjima, molim. Bez skrobnih priloga (krompir, pirinač). Proverite da sos od pečuraka nije zgušnjavan brašnom.
Biftek na puteru sa vrganjima, please. No starchy sides like potatoes or rice. Please confirm no flour or starch in the mushroom sauce.
Watch out for
Flour/starch used as a sauce thickener, hidden sugars in pre-made sauces, high-carb side dishes.
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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