Teleća Kolenica (sporo kuvana, bez priloga)
Slow-Cooked Veal Shank (No Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots (beyond minimal for flavor), or flour are used in the braising liquid or served as sides. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Serbian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A succulent veal shank, slow-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender, often braised in its own juices with aromatic vegetables and herbs. The meat is incredibly rich and flavorful.
Key ingredients
Veal shank, olive oil/lard, onion, garlic, celery, herbs (rosemary, thyme, bay leaf), beef broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, carrots (beyond minimal for flavor), or flour are used in the braising liquid or served as sides. Request sauce reduction without thickeners. Ask for a side of green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables instead.
Say this to the waiter (Serbian)
Teleća Kolenica, molim bez krompira, mnogo šargarepe ili brašna. Sos bez zgušnjivača. Uz zelenu salatu ili grilovano povrće.
For Teleća Kolenica, please no potatoes, large carrots, or flour. Reduce sauce without thickeners. Serve with green salad or grilled vegetables.
Watch out for
Often braised with carrots, parsnips, and sometimes potatoes; sauce may be thickened with flour; typically served with mashed potatoes or polenta which must be omitted.
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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