Dušena Hobotnica s Češnjevci in Olivami
Braised Octopus with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added to the braise. About 6.5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender octopus slowly braised until succulent, often in white wine, olive oil, with cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, garlic, and fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, bay leaf). A flavorful Mediterranean-influenced dish popular in coastal Slovenian regions.
Key ingredients
Octopus, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, olive oil, garlic, white wine (cooked off), fresh herbs, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added to the braise. Ensure any sauce is not thickened with flour. Request minimal cherry tomatoes if very strict on carbs, though a moderate amount is generally fine.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Prosim, da ni krompirja ali škrobne zelenjave in brez moke v omaki. Lahko dobim minimalno češnjevih paradižnikov?
No potatoes or starchy vegetables, please, and no flour in the sauce. Can I have minimal cherry tomatoes?
Watch out for
Addition of potatoes or other starchy vegetables, flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, excessive use of tomatoes, hidden sugars in tomato sauce.
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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