Smažený Syr (Bez Strúhanky)
Pan-Fried Cheese (Keto, Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: request the fried cheese to be prepared 'bez strúhanky' (without breadcrumbs/breading). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Slovak dishes.
What it is
A thick slice of firm cheese (typically Edam or Hermelín) pan-fried until the exterior is golden and the interior is melted and gooey, prepared without the traditional breadcrumb coating. Served with a simple side salad.
Key ingredients
Edam or Hermelín cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, lard or cooking oil for frying. Served with a side of green salad.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request the fried cheese to be prepared 'bez strúhanky' (without breadcrumbs/breading). Ask for a simple green salad with olive oil and vinegar instead of fries or potato. Confirm tartare sauce (if served) is sugar-free or request plain mayonnaise.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Smažený Syr bez strúhanky. Bez hranoliek/zemiakov. Príloha: šalát s olejom/octom alebo varená zelenina. Tatárka bez cukru?
Smažený Syr bez strúhanky. Bez hranoliek/zemiakov. Príloha: šalát s olejom/octom alebo varená zelenina. Tatárka bez cukru?
Watch out for
The breading is the main carb risk and must be omitted. Tartare sauce can contain sugar; confirm ingredients or request plain mayo.
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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