Jaja sa Slaninom
Eggs with Bacon
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Serbian dishes.
What it is
A simple, hearty, and very common Serbian breakfast or light meal consisting of fried or scrambled eggs served alongside generous portions of crispy fried bacon (slanina). Naturally a perfect keto option.
Key ingredients
Eggs, bacon (slanina), lard/oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request no bread, pastries, or other carb-heavy accompaniments typically served with breakfast. Ask for extra bacon for higher fat.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Jaja sa Slaninom molim bez hleba i peciva. Može li dodatna slanina?
For Jaja sa Slaninom, no bread or pastries. Can I have extra bacon instead?
Watch out for
Served with bread, pastries, or sugary condiments. Bacon cooked with added sugar (less common for traditional Serbian slanina but possible).
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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