Belgian keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Adapting Belgian cuisine to keto is challenging due to its heavy reliance on prominent carb-dense staples like fries, waffles, and bread.
Top ingredients
Mussels, various cuts of beef, pork, and chicken, eggs, hard cheeses, and non-starchy vegetables such as Brussels sprouts and endive offer keto-friendly starting points.
Danger zones
Major carb traps include frites (fries), waffles, bread, beer, stoemp (mashed potatoes), sugary sauces, and roux-thickened stews like Carbonnade Flamande.
Best for
Best for highly disciplined keto dieters willing to strictly modify orders, prioritize unadulterated proteins, and bypass most traditional sides and preparations.
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Gegrilde Sardienen
Grilled Sardines with Lemon and Herbs
Whole sardines grilled or pan-fried until crispy, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, a squeeze of lemon, and f…
1 net2 total1 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
Escargots in Lookboter
Snails in Garlic Butter
A classic appetizer of snails baked in abundant garlic-parsley butter, typically served bubbling hot. Naturall…
2 net3 total1 fibre15 protein38 fat400 kcal
Gegrilde Scampi met lookboter
Grilled Scampi with Garlic Butter
Succulent large shrimp (scampi) grilled to perfection, generously coated in a rich and fragrant garlic butter …
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein70 fat800 kcal
Kikkerbilletjes in Lookboter
Frogs' Legs in Garlic Butter
A popular delicacy in Belgium, frogs' legs are typically pan-fried or baked in a generous amount of rich garli…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein60 fat700 kcal
Garnaaltjes met Selder en Mayonaise
Shrimp with Celery and Mayonnaise Salad
A simple yet delicious salad consisting of small grey North Sea shrimp mixed with finely chopped celery and bo…
5 net7 total2 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
Salade de Pissenlits aux Lardons
Dandelion Salad with Bacon Lardons
A rustic and flavorful salad featuring fresh, slightly bitter dandelion greens, typically served warm with cri…
5 net8 total3 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
Haring met Uien en Augurk
Herring with Onions and Pickles
Raw or lightly pickled herring fillets, typically served as a starter or snack with finely sliced raw onions a…
6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein30 fat400 kcal
Asperges op Vlaamse Wijze
Flemish-style Asparagus
A classic spring dish featuring tender white asparagus, served with a generous amount of melted butter, crumbl…
7 net13 total6 fibre18 protein51 fat580 kcal
Chicons au gratin (Witloof met ham en kaas)
Belgian Endives and Ham Gratin
Tender Belgian endives wrapped in savory slices of ham, baked in a rich, creamy cheese sauce until bubbling an…
10 net14 total4 fibre45 protein85 fat950 kcal
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Ardeense Forel met spek en groene kruiden
Ardennes Trout with Bacon and Green Herbs
Fresh trout from the Ardennes region, pan-fried or grilled to perfection, generously topped with crispy bacon …
2 net3 total1 fibre48 protein52 fat680 kcal
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Gegrilde Rode Poon met Provençaalse Kruiden en Olijfolie
Grilled Red Mullet with Provençal Herbs and Olive Oil
Whole grilled red mullet, a delicate white fish, seasoned with a blend of Provençal herbs and drizzled with go…
2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein45 fat620 kcal
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Hard Gekookte Eieren met Mayonaise
Hard-boiled Eggs with Mayonnaise
A straightforward and commonly found Belgian appetizer or light meal, consisting of perfectly hard-boiled eggs…
2 net2 total0 fibre18 protein45 fat500 kcal
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Kleine Grize Garnalen met Kruidenboter en Knoflook (Keto Aangepast)
Small Grey Shrimp with Herb Butter and Garlic (Keto Modified)
Delicate North Sea grey shrimp sautéed in abundant herb-garlic butter. A simple yet incredibly flavorful appet…
2 net3 total1 fibre30 protein48 fat550 kcal
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Rillettes de Porc met Augurkjes en Keto Bijgerechten
Pork Rillettes with Cornichons and Keto Sides
A traditional rich and rustic spread made from slow-cooked pork belly or shoulder, shredded and preserved in i…
2 net4 total2 fibre25.5 protein70 fat770 kcal
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Escargots met Kruidenknoflookboter
Snails with Herb-Garlic Butter
A classic appetizer featuring tender snails baked in their shells (or in a ceramic dish) with an abundant, aro…
3 net3 total0 fibre12 protein45 fat450 kcal
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Gebakken Merg met Kruidenboter en Keto Groenten
Pan-fried Bone Marrow with Herb Butter and Keto Vegetables
Rich, creamy bone marrow, carefully scooped from the bone and pan-fried, served with a flavorful herb butter a…
3 net6 total3 fibre15 protein80 fat780 kcal
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Gebakken Noordzeekrab met Lookboter en Peterselie
Pan-fried North Sea Crab with Garlic Butter and Parsley
Succulent fresh North Sea crab meat, lightly pan-fried in rich garlic butter and finished with fresh parsley. …
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein68 fat750 kcal
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Gebakken Spek met Eieren
Fried Bacon and Eggs
A classic hearty Belgian breakfast or simple meal featuring pan-fried bacon and fried eggs, often served simpl…
3 net3 total0 fibre42 protein51 fat690 kcal
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Gegrilde Langoustines met Lookboter
Grilled Langoustines with Garlic Butter
Succulent grilled langoustines (Norway lobsters) served simply with a rich garlic butter sauce, often accompan…
3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein38 fat480 kcal
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Geroosterde Merg in het Been
Roasted Bone Marrow with Parsley Salad
Beef marrow bones, roasted until soft and gelatinous, served directly in the bone. Traditionally accompanied b…
3 net4 total1 fibre20 protein75 fat750 kcal
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Omelet met Kaas en Spek
Cheese and Bacon Omelette
A classic, fluffy Belgian-style omelette, generously filled with melted cheese (such as Gouda or Emmental) and…
3 net3 total0 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
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Poché Noordzeekrab met Mayonaise en Hardgekookt Ei
Poached North Sea Crab with Mayonnaise and Hard-boiled Egg
Freshly poached North Sea crab meat, typically served cold with a dollop of rich mayonnaise and slices of hard…
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein45 fat520 kcal
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Waterkers met Roerei en Spek
Watercress with Scrambled Eggs and Bacon
A simple and nutritious Belgian breakfast or light meal, combining peppery fresh watercress with creamy scramb…
3 net4 total1 fibre28 protein40 fat480 kcal
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Ardeense Worst met Augurk en Zilveruitjes
Ardennes Dry Sausage with Pickles and Pearl Onions
Thinly sliced, air-dried sausage from the Ardennes region, a flavorful charcuterie item, typically served as a…
4 net5 total1 fibre15 protein25 fat300 kcal
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Gegratineerde Oesters met Kruidenboter
Gratinated Oysters with Herb Butter
Fresh oysters, nestled in their shells, topped with a generous dollop of rich garlic and herb butter, then bak…
4 net4 total0 fibre10 protein32 fat350 kcal
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Gegrilde Eendenmaagjes met Rode Wijn Azijn en Spekjes
Grilled Duck Gizzards with Red Wine Vinegar and Lardons
Tender, grilled duck gizzards, tossed with crispy lardons (bacon bits) and a tangy red wine vinegar dressing, …
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
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Gegrilde Makreel met Kruiden en Citroen
Grilled Mackerel with Herbs and Lemon
A simple yet flavorful preparation of fresh mackerel, grilled to perfection, seasoned with a blend of fresh he…
4 net7 total3 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Gegrilde Paling met Spek en Salie
Grilled Eel with Bacon and Sage
Fresh eel fillets, expertly grilled until the skin is crisp, served with savory pan-fried bacon lardons and ar…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein60 fat720 kcal
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Gerookte Forel met mierikswortelroomsaus en komkommerlinten
Smoked Trout with Horseradish Cream Sauce and Cucumber Ribbons
Flaky smoked trout served with a zesty, creamy horseradish sauce and refreshing, thinly sliced cucumber ribbon…
4 net6 total2 fibre30 protein38 fat480 kcal
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Maatjes met Bieslook en Rode Uien
New Herring with Chives and Red Onions
A seasonal delicacy featuring tender, raw new herring fillets, lightly brined. Served simply with fresh chives…
4 net5 total1 fibre28 protein28 fat380 kcal
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Terrine de Campagne (Keto Vriendelijk)
Country Style Meat Terrine (Keto Friendly)
A hearty and rustic Belgian country-style terrine, typically made from minced pork, pork liver, bacon, and her…
4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Gebakken Rode Poon met Groene Kruidenboter en Courgette
Pan-fried Red Mullet with Green Herb Butter and Zucchini
A delicate North Sea red mullet fillet, pan-fried to perfection and served with a rich green herb butter made …
5 net7 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Gebakken Scampi met Groene Kruidenboter en Gestoofde Venkel
Pan-fried Scampi with Green Herb Butter and Stewed Fennel
Large pan-fried scampi (prawns) served in a rich green herb butter, typically with parsley, chives, and garlic…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein55 fat650 kcal
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Gegrilde Kabeljauwfilet met Hollandaisesaus en Groene Asperges (Keto-Aangepast)
Grilled Cod Fillet with Hollandaise Sauce and Green Asparagus (Keto-Aangepast)
A delicate grilled cod fillet, perfectly flaky, topped with a creamy, rich Hollandaise sauce and accompanied b…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein58 fat750 kcal
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Gegrilde Lamskroon met Provençaalse Kruiden
Grilled Rack of Lamb with Provençal Herbs
A tender rack of lamb, expertly grilled and infused with aromatic Provençal herbs like rosemary and thyme. Typ…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Gegrilde Zalm met Waterkersroomsaus en Groene Groenten
Grilled Salmon with Watercress Cream Sauce and Green Vegetables
A fresh, perfectly grilled salmon fillet, topped with a vibrant, peppery watercress cream sauce. Served alongs…
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Gekookte Wulken met Mayonaise
Boiled Whelks with Mayonnaise
Fresh whelks, simply boiled or steamed until tender, served with a side of classic mayonnaise. A traditional B…
5 net5 total0 fibre35 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Gerookte Eendenborst met Walnoten en Keto Vinaigrette
Smoked Duck Breast with Walnuts and Keto Vinaigrette
Thinly sliced, tender smoked duck breast, a delicacy often enjoyed as an appetizer or light meal, paired with …
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein45 fat580 kcal
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Gerookte Paling met Rauw Witloof en Vinaigrette
Smoked Eel with Raw Chicory and Vinaigrette
Slices of rich, smoky cured eel served with crisp, slightly bitter raw Belgian endive (witloof) and a light oi…
5 net8 total3 fibre32 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Gerookte Zalm met Dille-roomsaus en Komkommerlinten
Smoked Salmon with Dill Cream Sauce and Cucumber Ribbons
Delicate slices of cold smoked salmon served with a rich and tangy dill-infused cream sauce, garnished with fr…
5 net6 total1 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Gestoofde Paling met Prei en Boter
Braised Eel with Leeks and Butter
Fresh eel pieces gently braised with tender leeks in a rich butter sauce, often with a splash of white wine. T…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
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Gevulde Champignons met Blauwe Kaas en Walnoten
Stuffed Mushrooms with Blue Cheese and Walnuts
Large mushroom caps generously filled with a rich and creamy mixture of crumbled blue cheese (such as Roquefor…
5 net8 total3 fibre18 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Hervekaas met Keto Bijgerechten
Herve Cheese with Keto Accompaniments
A traditional, pungent Belgian cheese from the Herve region, known for its strong aroma and creamy texture. Se…
5 net8 total3 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
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Kaas van de Trappist met Keto Bijgerechten
Trappist Cheese Platter with Keto Sides
A selection of authentic Belgian Trappist cheeses, known for their rich and complex flavors, served with keto-…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein65 fat750 kcal
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Salade van Hervekaas met Groene Salade en Walnoten
Herve Cheese Salad with Mixed Greens and Walnuts
A robust salad featuring cubes or slices of pungent Herve cheese, a soft Belgian unpasteurized cheese, served …
5 net8 total3 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Terrine van Wild met Pistache en Keto Bijgerechten
Wild Game Terrine with Pistachio and Keto Sides
A rich and flavorful terrine made from a blend of wild game meats (e.g., boar, venison, rabbit), typically sea…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein45 fat620 kcal
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Varkenspootjes in het zuur
Pickled Pig's Trotters (Keto-Friendly)
Slow-simmered pig's trotters until exceptionally tender, then cooled and often served in a tangy vinegar-based…
5 net5 total0 fibre35 protein50 fat580 kcal
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Gegratineerde Asperges met Gerookte Zalm en Hollandaisesaus
Gratinated Asparagus with Smoked Salmon and Hollandaise Sauce
Fresh green asparagus spears baked until perfectly tender, generously topped with slices of rich smoked salmon…
6 net10 total4 fibre35 protein65 fat720 kcal
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Gegratineerde Eieren met Ham en Champignons
Gratin of Baked Eggs with Ham and Mushrooms
A hearty, oven-baked dish featuring eggs nestled in a creamy sauce with savory ham and sautéed mushrooms, all …
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein58 fat720 kcal
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Gegrilde Cijnskaas met Geroosterde Walnoten en Keto Groenten
Grilled Cistercian Cheese with Toasted Walnuts and Keto Vegetables
A thick slice of traditional Belgian Cistercian cheese (like Chimay, Orval, or Maredsous), grilled until warm …
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein50 fat620 kcal
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Gegrilde Zeebaarsfilet met Gestoofde Artisjokbodems en Kruidenboter (Keto-Aangepast)
Grilled Sea Bass Fillet with Braised Artichoke Hearts and Herb Butter (Keto-Aangepast)
A beautifully grilled sea bass fillet, flaky and moist, served with tender braised artichoke hearts and finish…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein60 fat800 kcal
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Gestoofd Witloof met Gerookte Palingfilet
Braised Chicory with Smoked Eel Fillet
Delicately braised Belgian endive (witloof) served alongside rich, flaky smoked eel fillets. A simple yet eleg…
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein50 fat590 kcal
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Hoofdvlees met Zilveruitjes en Mosterd
Jellied Pork Head Cheese with Pearl Onions and Mustard
A traditional Belgian cold cut made from slow-cooked pork head meat, set in its own savory jelly from natural …
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Konijnenlevertjes met Spek en Gestoofde Venkel
Rabbit Livers with Bacon and Braised Fennel
Delicate pan-fried rabbit livers, rich in flavor, paired with crispy bacon lardons and tender, aromatic braise…
6 net9 total3 fibre40 protein48 fat620 kcal
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Terrine van Plattekaas met Fijne Kruiden
White Cheese Terrine with Fine Herbs
A savory terrine made from fresh white cheese (plattekaas), combined with cream, butter, and a medley of fresh…
6 net7 total1 fibre28 protein45 fat520 kcal
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Varkenshaasje met Boursin Saus en Groene Asperges
Pork Tenderloin with Boursin Cheese Sauce and Green Asparagus
Succulent pan-fried pork tenderloin, served with a rich and creamy sauce made from Boursin cheese (garlic and …
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
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Gegrilde Varkenswangetjes met Salieboter en Gestoofde Groene Kool
Grilled Pork Cheeks with Sage Butter and Braised Green Cabbage
Succulent pork cheeks, typically braised, are here grilled to a tender crisp, basted with aromatic sage butter…
7 net11 total4 fibre50 protein75 fat880 kcal
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Gestoofde Kalfsniertjes met Jenever en Spek
Stewed Veal Kidneys with Jenever and Bacon
Tender veal kidneys, carefully prepared and slowly stewed in a rich sauce flavored with traditional Belgian je…
7 net9 total2 fibre48 protein50 fat680 kcal
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Gevulde Champignons met Hervekaas en Spekjes
Stuffed Mushrooms with Herve Cheese and Bacon Bits
Large mushroom caps filled with a savory mixture of pungent Herve cheese, crispy bacon bits, and herbs, then b…
7 net10 total3 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Zalmfilet met gestoofde prei en kruidenboter
Salmon Fillet with Braised Leeks and Herb Butter
A pan-fried or oven-baked salmon fillet, served atop gently braised leeks and finished with a dollop of rich, …
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal