Pečen Sir
Baked Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Slovenian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet satisfying dish featuring a block or slices of a local firm cheese (e.g., Edamec, Gauda, or a similar grillable cheese) pan-fried or baked until golden and slightly melted. Often served as an appetizer or a light meal.
Key ingredients
Firm cheese (e.g., Edamec, Gauda, local cheese), butter or olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading is used. Served plain or with a simple side of leafy greens if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Pečen Sir prosim brez panade. Lahko ga dobim samega ali s preprosto solato iz zelenih listov.
For the Pečen Sir, please ensure no breading. I'd like it plain or with a simple side of leafy greens.
Watch out for
Served with non-keto accompaniments (e.g., jam, bread), some processed cheeses might have hidden starches.
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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