Som na žaru (Bez Priloga)
Grilled Catfish (Without Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request without any starchy sides (e.g., boiled potatoes, potato salad, rice, bread). About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Serbian dishes.
What it is
A popular Serbian river fish, catfish (Som), is seasoned and grilled to perfection, highlighting its rich, meaty texture and flavor. This preparation is naturally keto-friendly, served without starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Catfish fillet/steak, olive oil, salt, black pepper, lemon wedge for serving.
How to make it keto
Request without any starchy sides (e.g., boiled potatoes, potato salad, rice, bread). A side of blitva (chard) or a simple green salad can be requested instead.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Soma na žaru, molim. Bez skrobnih priloga (krompir, pirinač, hleb). Može li blitva ili obična zelena salata umesto toga?
Som na žaru, please. No starchy sides like potatoes, rice, or bread. Can I have blitva or a simple green salad instead?
Watch out for
High-carb side dishes that are typically served with grilled fish (e.g., potatoes).
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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