Punjena Vešalica
Stuffed Pork Loin/Skirt Steak
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Serbian dishes.
What it is
A popular Serbian dish featuring a thin cut of pork (often loin or skirt steak) stuffed with a savory filling, typically melted Kačkavalj cheese and smoked ham or bacon (pršuta/slanina), then grilled or pan-fried. Served hot, often without traditional starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Pork loin/skirt steak, Kačkavalj cheese, smoked ham (pršuta) or bacon (slanina), salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower or olive oil).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breadcrumbs are used in the stuffing. Confirm no sugary glazes or marinades are applied. Ask for keto-friendly sides like grilled vegetables (zucchini, eggplant) or fresh mixed greens.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Za Punjenu Vešalicu, molim vas bez prezli u punjenju i bez slatkih preliva/marinada. Poslužite uz grilovane tikvice/patlidžan ili mešanu zelenu salatu.
For Punjena Vešalica, no breadcrumbs in stuffing, and no sugary glazes/marinades. Serve with grilled zucchini/eggplant or mixed greens.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a small amount of breadcrumbs to the stuffing for binding, or use sugary marinades. Always specify no breadcrumbs and no added sugar.
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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