Grilovaný Oštiepok so Zeleninou
Grilled Smoked Cheese (Oštiepok) with Roasted Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the cheese is grilled, not fried in breading ('vyprážaný syr'). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovak food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Oštiepok is a traditional Slovak smoked sheep's milk cheese, often grilled. This keto version features a generous portion of grilled Oštiepok served alongside a selection of roasted low-carb vegetables, eschewing the typical potato or bread accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Oštiepok cheese (or similar smoked hard cheese), oil/butter. Keto sides: zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant.
How to make it keto
Ensure the cheese is grilled, not fried in breading ('vyprážaný syr'). Request specific low-carb roasted vegetables instead of potatoes or fruit accompaniments (like cranberries, which can be sugary).
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Grilovaný Oštiepok, prosím, nie vyprážaný syr. Namiesto zemiakov alebo ovocia chcem pečenú nízkosacharidovú zeleninu.
Grilovaný Oštiepok, please. Ensure it's grilled, not fried/breaded. Can I have roasted low-carb vegetables instead of potatoes or fruit?
Watch out for
Fried/breaded versions are common. Often served with sugary cranberry sauce, bread, or 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.