Punjena Pljeskavica (Bez Lepinje)
Stuffed Burger Patty (without Bun)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs or other carb-based fillers are used in the meat mixture. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A large, grilled patty made from mixed minced meats (beef and/or pork), traditionally stuffed with melted cheese (e.g., kačkavalj) and often smoked ham or bacon. Served without a bun or bread.
Key ingredients
Minced beef/pork, kačkavalj cheese, smoked ham/bacon, onion, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no breadcrumbs or other carb-based fillers are used in the meat mixture. Request without lepinja (bun) or any potato/rice side dishes.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Za Punjenu Pljeskavicu, molim vas potvrdite da nema prezli ili punila od ugljenih hidrata u mesu. Želim je bez lepinje, krompira i pirinča.
For the Punjena Pljeskavica, please confirm no breadcrumbs or carb fillers in the meat. I'd like it without lepinja, potato, or rice sides.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs or other fillers in the meat mixture, commonly served with a bun (lepinja) or potato-based sides.
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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