Čevapčiči na žaru (s keto prilogo)
Grilled Minced Meat Patties (with Keto Side)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no bread (lepinja), no french fries, and no ajvar (unless specifically confirmed to be sugar-free). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Authentic Slovenian grilled minced meat patties, typically a mix of beef, pork, and/or lamb, seasoned and grilled. The keto version omits traditional high-carb sides like bread or fries, focusing on the savory meat with a low-carb accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Minced beef, minced pork, minced lamb (optional), onions, garlic, paprika, black pepper, salt, olive oil for grilling, optional side of grilled zucchini/peppers or raw onions.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no bread (lepinja), no french fries, and no ajvar (unless specifically confirmed to be sugar-free). Ask for a side of grilled low-carb vegetables (e.g., zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar). Confirm the meat mixture does not contain breadcrumbs.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Za Čevapčiče prosim brez lepinje, pomfrita in ajvarja. Lahko dobim žar zelenjavo ali zeleno solato z oljem in kisom? Potrdite, da v mesu ni drobtin.
For Čevapčiči, no lepinja, fries or ajvar. I'd like grilled low-carb vegetables or a green salad (oil/vinegar). Confirm no breadcrumbs in meat.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in the meat mixture (less common for authentic versions but possible), sugary ajvar or other condiments, high-carb traditional sides (fries, flatbread).
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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