Riblja Čorba (Keto, Bez Brašna/Krompira)
Keto Serbian Fish Soup (No Thickeners or Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'bez brašna' (without flour) as a thickener and 'bez krompira/testenine' (without potatoes/noodles). About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Serbian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A robust and flavorful fish soup, traditionally prepared with various river fish (e.g., carp, pike, catfish), onions, peppers, and tomatoes. Modified to be keto by ensuring no flour is used for thickening and no starchy vegetables (like potatoes) or noodles are added.
Key ingredients
Mixed fish pieces (carp, pike, catfish), onions, bell peppers, hot peppers (optional), tomatoes (small amount), fish broth, paprika, salt, pepper, cooking oil/fat.
How to make it keto
Request 'bez brašna' (without flour) as a thickener and 'bez krompira/testenine' (without potatoes/noodles).
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Riblja Čorba: Molim vas, bez brašna za zgušnjavanje. Poslužite bez krompira ili testenine.
Riblja Čorba: Please ensure no flour is used for thickening. Serve it without potatoes or noodles.
Watch out for
Flour or roux for thickening. Potatoes, carrots, or noodles are sometimes added. Tomatoes and peppers contribute carbs.
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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