Jagenjček na ražnju
Spit-roasted Lamb
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Slovenian dishes.
What it is
A traditional dish featuring a whole or half lamb slow-roasted on a spit over an open fire. The meat is tender, succulent, and rich in natural fats, often seasoned simply with salt and herbs. Served as pure meat.
Key ingredients
Lamb, salt, herbs
Optional tweaks
Ensure no marinades with sugar or other carbs are used. Request the meat without any carb-heavy accompaniments like potatoes or bread, asking for a simple keto-friendly vegetable side instead if available.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Jagenjček na ražnju: Prosim, brez marinad s sladkorjem ali ogljikovimi hidrati. Brez krompirja ali kruha. Lahko dobim preprosto keto zelenjavno prilogo?
Jagenjček na ražnju: Please, no sugary or carby marinades. No potatoes or bread. Can I get a simple keto-friendly vegetable side instead?
Watch out for
Marinades with sugar or honey. Gravies or sauces thickened with flour (should not be present with traditional spit-roast).
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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