Pleskavica / Čevapčiči
Grilled Minced Meat Patties/Sausages with Ajvar and Onions (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: omit bread, fries, or any starchy side. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Savory grilled minced meat (beef, pork, or lamb mix) formed into patties (Pleskavica) or small sausages (Čevapčiči). A popular Balkan-influenced dish found widely in Slovakia. Naturally low-carb when served without bread or fries, often accompanied by raw onions and ajvar (roasted pepper and eggplant relish).
Key ingredients
Ground beef/pork/lamb, onions, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, oil for grilling. Ajvar, raw onions.
How to make it keto
Omit bread, fries, or any starchy side. Confirm ajvar does not contain significant added sugar (some commercial versions do).
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Poprosím Pleskavicu alebo Čevapčiči bez chleba, hranoliek a škrobových príloh. Má ajvar pridaný cukor?
For Pleskavica or Čevapčiči, please omit bread, fries, and any starchy side. Does the ajvar contain significant added sugar?
Watch out for
Sugars in commercial ajvar, often served with high-carb sides (lepinja bread, fries).
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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