Teleća glava u saftu (Keto Verzija)
Slow-Cooked Veal Head in Keto Gravy
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the sauce is not thickened with flour or cornstarch. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Serbian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Serbian specialty, often slow-cooked until incredibly tender, usually with various vegetables. The meat from the head is rich in fat and collagen. The sauce needs to be checked for thickeners.
Key ingredients
Veal head, onions, carrots (moderation), celery, garlic, bay leaf, black pepper, stock, olive oil/lard.
How to make it keto
Confirm the sauce is not thickened with flour or cornstarch. Ensure no high-carb vegetables like potatoes or excessive carrots are included in the serving. If present in the cooking, they should be removed before serving.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Teleća glava u saftu, molim. Da li je sos bez brašna/gustina? Molim bez krompira i previše šargarepe. Ako su kuvani, molim da se uklone.
Teleća glava u saftu. Da li je sos bez brašna/gustina? Molim bez krompira i previše šargarepe. Uklonite ih ako su kuvani.
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners in the sauce/gravy ("saft"). High-carb vegetables like potatoes or excessive carrots often served with it.
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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