Jagnjeće Pečenje
Roast Lamb
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Serbian dishes.
What it is
Succulent, slow-roasted lamb, often seasoned simply with salt and pepper, cooked until tender. A traditional Serbian feast dish, typically served without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Lamb (shoulder, leg), salt, black pepper, lard/oil for roasting.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potato or starchy vegetable side dishes are included.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Jagnjeće Pečenje, molim. Bez krompira ili priloga od skrobnog povrća.
Jagnjeće Pečenje, please. No potato or starchy vegetable side dishes.
Watch out for
Starchy sides (e.g., potatoes), hidden sugars in rubs (uncommon for traditional pečenje).
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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