Svinjska Pečenka
Roasted Pork
Yes, with a tweak: mUST request NO potatoes, NO dumplings, and NO bread as sides. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Slovenian dishes.
What it is
A classic Slovenian dish featuring a large cut of pork (often shoulder or leg) slow-roasted until tender, typically with a crispy skin.
Key ingredients
Pork roast, salt, pepper, garlic, lard/oil, maybe a touch of broth.
How to make it keto
MUST request NO potatoes, NO dumplings, and NO bread as sides. Confirm there are no sugary marinades, rubs, or flour-thickened gravies. Focus on the plain roasted meat and its natural fats.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Prosim Svinjsko Pečenko brez krompirja, žličnikov ali kruha. Omaka naj bo brez moke in brez sladkornih marinad.
Svinjska Pečenka with no potatoes, dumplings, or bread. Please ensure no sugary marinades or flour-thickened gravies.
Watch out for
Potato sides, flour-thickened gravies, or sugary rubs/marinades are common in restaurant preparations.
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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