Dušene Kumare s Smetano
Braised Cucumbers with Cream
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the cream sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Sliced fresh cucumbers gently braised until tender, then simmered in a luscious, unthickened cream sauce seasoned with fresh dill and often a touch of vinegar (e.g., apple cider or white wine vinegar). This is a warm, savory side dish.
Key ingredients
Cucumbers, heavy cream, butter, fresh dill, white wine vinegar, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the cream sauce. Confirm no added sugar, which can sometimes be used to balance the vinegar.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Za Dušene Kumare s Smetano prosim brez moke ali škroba za zgoščevanje in brez dodanega sladkorja v omaki.
For the Dušene Kumare s Smetano, please ensure no flour or starch for thickening, and no added sugar in the sauce.
Watch out for
Flour or starch used as a thickener in the cream sauce, added sugar to balance acidity.
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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