Skuša na Žaru
Grilled Mackerel
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Serbian dishes.
What it is
Fresh mackerel, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, drizzled with olive oil, and grilled to perfection, resulting in a flaky, flavorful fish with crispy skin. A healthy and naturally low-carb main course.
Key ingredients
Whole mackerel, olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon (for serving).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or starchy sides. Request to be grilled with olive oil or butter.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Skuša na Žaru, molim vas bez paniranja i skrobnih priloga. Pripremite na maslinovom ulju ili puteru.
Skuša na Žaru: please ensure no breading or starchy sides. Grill with olive oil or butter only.
Watch out for
Fried in non-keto oil (e.g., sunflower oil), served with starchy sides like potato salad.
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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