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
Gebakken Pladijs
Pan-fried Plaice with Lemon-Parsley Butter and Keto Greens
A popular North Sea flatfish, plaice is pan-fried to a delicate crisp and often served simply with lemon and p…
2 net5 total3 fibre43 protein51 fat650 kcal
Gerookte Zalm met Keto Bijgerechten
Smoked Salmon with Keto Sides (e.g., capers, red onion, lemon, leafy greens)
Thin slices of premium smoked salmon, a common offering in Belgian brasseries. Keto version served without toa…
2 net3 total1 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
Roggevleugel met kappertjesboter
Skate Wing with Caper Butter and Keto Greens
A classic Belgian dish featuring pan-fried skate wing, known for its delicate texture, served with a rich lemo…
2 net5 total3 fibre45 protein51 fat650 kcal
Cote à l'Os
Grilled Bone-in Ribeye with Keto Sides and Compound Butter
A generous bone-in ribeye steak, grilled to your preference. This large cut of beef is known for its marbling …
3 net6 total3 fibre105 protein131 fat1700 kcal
Gegrilde Merguez met Salade
Grilled Merguez Sausage with Salad
Spicy, grilled North African-style lamb and beef sausages, very popular in Belgium. Served with a simple green…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat700 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
Gegrilde Lamskoteletten met Groenten
Grilled Lamb Chops with Sautéed Low-Carb Vegetables
Succulent grilled lamb chops, a staple in Belgian and Ardennes cuisine, known for their rich flavor. A natural…
5 net10 total5 fibre55 protein80 fat900 kcal
Gegrilde Paling met Keto Bijgerechten
Grilled Eel with Keto Sides
Fresh eel, a delicacy often found along the Belgian coast, grilled to perfection and typically served simply w…
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein60 fat720 kcal
Pâté Ardennais / Gibier
Ardennes Pâté / Game Pâté
A rich, coarse-textured pâté made from pork, sometimes game meats (like wild boar or venison), liver, herbs, a…
5 net6 total1 fibre30 protein45 fat555 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
Varkensgebraad met Mosterdroomsaus
Roast Pork with Creamy Mustard Sauce and Keto Vegetables
A tender roast pork, typically served in slices, with a rich, creamy mustard sauce. Modified for keto by ensur…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein65 fat850 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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Gebakken Hersenen
Fried Brains
A traditional delicacy featuring veal or pork brains, often lightly pan-fried until tender, a rich and unique …
2 net2 total0 fibre18 protein70 fat710 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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Haring in het Groen (Haring met verse kruiden, zonder brood)
Herring in Green Sauce (Herring with Fresh Herbs, without Bread)
A delightful preparation of fresh herring, filleted and marinated in a vibrant green sauce made with a medley …
2 net3 total1 fibre25 protein30 fat380 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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Eieren Florentine (Keto-Vriendelijk)
Eggs Florentine (Keto-Friendly)
A classic brunch dish featuring perfectly poached eggs nestled on a bed of sautéed spinach, generously topped …
3 net5 total2 fibre25 protein50 fat600 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 Hersenen op Luikse Wijze (Keto Aangepast)
Pan-fried Calf's Brains Liege Style (Keto Modified)
Delicately pan-fried calf's brains, often prepared in brown butter with capers and a touch of vinegar or lemon…
3 net4 total1 fibre30 protein55 fat620 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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Gevulde Champignons met Slakkenboter (Keto Aangepast)
Stuffed Mushrooms with Garlic Herb Butter (Keto Adapted)
Large mushroom caps filled with a rich garlic and herb butter, often referred to as 'escargot butter,' then ba…
3 net5 total2 fibre5 protein40 fat400 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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Gebakken Pladijs met Champignons en Amandelen (Zonder Aardappelen)
Pan-fried Plaice with Mushrooms and Almonds (Without Potatoes)
Fresh plaice fillet, delicately pan-fried and served with a topping of sautéed mushrooms and toasted almond sl…
4 net6 total2 fibre40 protein48 fat610 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 Eendenborst met Keto Rode Bessen Saus
Smoked Duck Breast with Keto Red Berry Sauce
Thinly sliced smoked duck breast, typically served as an appetizer, accompanied by a rich reduction sauce made…
4 net6 total2 fibre30 protein35 fat450 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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Gerookte Makreel met Keto Mosterdroomsaus
Smoked Mackerel with Keto Mustard Cream Sauce
Flaky smoked mackerel fillets, a rich source of omega-3s, served with a creamy, piquant mustard sauce. Traditi…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein55 fat680 kcal
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Gevulde Mussels met Knoflookboter en Peterselie (Zonder Paneermeel)
Stuffed Mussels with Garlic Butter and Parsley (No Breadcrumbs)
Fresh mussels, removed from their shells, mixed with a rich garlic-herb butter (parsley, garlic, butter) and t…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Keto Kalfsvleeskroketten (Zonder Paneermeel)
Keto Veal Croquettes (Crustless)
A keto-friendly interpretation of the classic Belgian veal croquette, featuring a rich, creamy veal ragout fil…
4 net7 total3 fibre35 protein55 fat650 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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Noordzeetong met Bruine Boter en Keto-Groenten
North Sea Sole with Brown Butter and Keto Vegetables
A whole North Sea sole (or fillets) pan-fried to perfection and served simply with a rich, nutty brown butter …
4 net7 total3 fibre40 protein45 fat580 kcal
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Roggevleugel met Noordzeegarnalen en Bruine Boter (Keto Aangepast)
Skate Wing with North Sea Shrimp and Brown Butter Sauce with Keto Greens
A delicate skate wing, pan-fried until flaky and tender, served with a luxurious brown butter sauce, generousl…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein48 fat620 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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Zalmfilet met Groene Asperges en Mousselinesaus (Keto Aangepast)
Salmon Fillet with Green Asparagus and Mousseline Sauce (Keto Adapted)
Perfectly pan-seared or baked salmon fillet, served alongside tender steamed green asparagus. This classic dis…
4 net7 total3 fibre40 protein65 fat750 kcal
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Zalmterrine met Bieslook en Citroen (Keto-Aangepast)
Salmon Terrine with Chives and Lemon (Keto-Adapted)
A delicate and flavorful cold terrine made with fresh salmon, often combined with cream, herbs like chives, an…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein38 fat480 kcal
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Ardeense Salade met Gerookte Eendenborst, Walnoten en Geitenkaas
Ardennes Salad with Smoked Duck Breast, Walnuts and Goat Cheese
A robust salad featuring slices of savory smoked Ardennes duck breast, creamy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, an…
5 net11 total6 fibre67 protein143 fat1520 kcal
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Cervelas met mosterd en Keto-Groenten
Cervelas Sausage with Mustard and Keto Vegetables
A thick, flavorful Belgian cervelas sausage, typically made from pork and/or beef, often served simply grilled…
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein48 fat580 kcal
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Chimay Kaas Gemarineerd in Chimay Bier
Chimay Cheese Marinated in Chimay Beer (No Bread)
A robust slice of traditional Chimay Trappist cheese, subtly infused by marinating in its namesake beer. This …
5 net5 total0 fibre35 protein50 fat550 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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Gegratineerde Oesters met Spinazie en Kaas (Keto-Aangepast)
Gratinated Oysters with Spinach and Cheese (Keto-Adapted)
Fresh oysters baked on the half shell with a rich, creamy topping of sautéed spinach, herbs, and melted Gruyèr…
5 net7 total2 fibre18 protein28 fat350 kcal
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Gegrilde Kabeljauw met Zeekraal en Beurre Blanc
Grilled Cod with Samphire and Beurre Blanc
Flaky grilled cod fillet, presented with vibrant, salty samphire (zeekraal), and drizzled with a rich, tangy b…
5 net7 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat690 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