Kostna juha
Traditional Bone Broth
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Slovenian dishes.
What it is
A rich, slow-simmered broth made from beef or pork bones, vegetables, and herbs, providing collagen and essential nutrients. Served without noodles or starchy vegetables, often enjoyed for its nutritional value.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork bones (marrow bones preferred), water, bay leaf, black peppercorns, salt, apple cider vinegar (to aid mineral extraction), small amounts of celery and onion (strained out).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no noodles or starchy vegetables are added. Request extra marrow or fat if desired for increased fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Za Kostna juha, prosim brez rezancev ali škrobne zelenjave. Lahko dobim dodatno kostno srž ali maščobo?
For Kostna juha, please ensure no noodles or starchy vegetables are added. Can I have extra marrow or fat?
Watch out for
Minimal risk from small amounts of strained vegetables; ensure no added grains or starches for thickening.
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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