Jagnjetina sa Koprivama
Lamb and Nettle Stew
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional, hearty Serbian stew featuring tender lamb slow-cooked with fresh nettles, onions, garlic, and often a touch of sour cream or kajmak for richness. Naturally low-carb and nutrient-dense.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (shoulder/leg), fresh nettles, onion, garlic, olive oil/lard, sour cream/kajmak (optional), spices (salt, pepper, bay leaf).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used for thickening; confirm no added potatoes or carrots in large quantities. Request with extra sour cream/kajmak if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Jagnjetina sa Koprivama, molim potvrdite da nema brašna, krompira ili šargarepe. Može dodatni kajmak/pavlaka?
For Jagnjetina sa Koprivama, please confirm no flour thickeners, and no added potatoes or carrots. Extra sour cream/kajmak, please.
Watch out for
Potential for flour as a thickener, small amounts of high-carb root vegetables (carrots, potatoes) if not specified, hidden sugar in some prepared sour creams/kajmak.
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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