Polnjeni Jajčevci s Sirom in Zelišči (Brez Riža)
Stuffed Eggplant with Cheese and Herbs (No Rice)
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Halved eggplants baked until tender, then filled with a savory mixture of various local cheeses (e.g., Skuta, cottage cheese, grated hard cheese like Tolminc) and fresh aromatic herbs. A delicious vegetarian option.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, Skuta/cottage cheese, hard cheese (e.g., Tolminc, Parmesan), eggs, fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, basil, oregano), garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are used in the cheese and herb filling.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Prosim, pri Polnjenih Jajčevcih naj se v nadevu ne uporablja riž ali drobtine.
For the Polnjeni Jajčevci, please ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are used in the filling.
Watch out for
Hidden breadcrumbs or rice in the filling (though specifically excluded in name), eggplant itself has a moderate carb count.
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.