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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Filet d'Anvers met Rucola en Parmezaan
Smoked Antwerp Beef with Arugula and Parmesan
Thinly sliced, air-dried, and lightly smoked beef from Antwerp, known for its delicate, savory flavor. It's ty…
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein25 fat380 kcal
Zeeuwen
Whelks (Sea Snails) with Keto Vinaigrette
Boiled whelks, a traditional Belgian seafood snack, typically served cold with a sharp vinaigrette. They offer…
3 net4 total1 fibre25 protein18 fat280 kcal
Omelet met Garnaaltjes
Omelette with Shrimp
A classic fluffy omelet, often prepared with butter, filled with a generous portion of small, savory North Sea…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat480 kcal
Rundsconsommé met Fijne Groenten (Koolhydraatarm)
Beef Consommé with Fine Vegetables (Low Carb)
A clear, deeply flavorful beef broth, meticulously clarified to remove impurities, creating a pristine consomm…
4 net5 total1 fibre20 protein8 fat150 kcal
Terrine de Jambon Persillé met Keto Bijgerechten
Parsleyed Ham Terrine with Keto Sides
A traditional cold terrine made from pieces of ham, bound with gelatin and copious amounts of fresh parsley, s…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein25 fat400 kcal
Gebakken Schol met Peterselieboter en Groene groenten
Fried Plaice with Parsley Butter and Green Vegetables
Pan-fried fresh plaice fillet, simply prepared with clarified butter and fresh parsley, highlighting the delic…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
Gegrilde Sint-Jacobsschelpen met Kruidenboter en Keto-Groenten
Grilled Scallops with Herb Butter and Keto Vegetables
Succulent large sea scallops, expertly grilled to perfection, then generously drizzled with a rich herb butter…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Gegrilde Tarbot met Kruidenboter en Groene Groenten
Grilled Turbot with Herb Butter and Green Vegetables
A highly prized flatfish, turbot, grilled or pan-fried to perfection and served with a rich, aromatic herb but…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
Oesters
Fresh Oysters with Mignonette
Freshly shucked raw oysters, typically served on a bed of ice with lemon wedges and a red wine vinegar mignone…
5 net5 total0 fibre15 protein8 fat150 kcal
Potjesvlees (Terrine van Wit Vlees met Keto Groenten)
White Meat Terrine with Keto Vegetables
A traditional cold terrine from the Westhoek region, made with shredded chicken, rabbit, and veal set in a sav…
5 net7 total2 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
Steak Tartare met Keto-Bijgerechten
Steak Tartare with Side Salad and Pickles (no bread or fries)
Finely minced raw beef, typically seasoned with capers, chopped onions, parsley, mustard, and often served wit…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein50 fat700 kcal
Waterkerssalade met Gerookte Eendenborst
Watercress Salad with Smoked Duck Breast
A fresh and peppery salad featuring crisp watercress leaves, often combined with slices of rich, smoky duck br…
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Gebakken Baarsfilet (Keto-Aangepast)
Pan-fried Perch Fillet (Keto-Adapted)
A fresh fillet of perch, pan-fried in butter until golden and flaky, served simply with a wedge of lemon and f…
1 net2 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Geroosterde Lamsbout met Rozemarijn en Knoflook
Roasted Leg of Lamb with Rosemary and Garlic
A substantial leg of lamb, slow-roasted to perfection, deeply flavoured with fresh rosemary and garlic. The re…
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Kalfscarpaccio met Rucola, Parmezaan en Truffelolie
Veal Carpaccio with Arugula, Parmesan, and Truffle Oil
Delicately thin slices of raw veal, artfully arranged and drizzled with aromatic truffle oil and olive oil. To…
2 net3 total1 fibre30 protein32 fat420 kcal
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Rundscarpaccio met truffelolie en Parmezaan
Beef Carpaccio with Truffle Oil and Parmesan
Thinly sliced raw beef fillet, drizzled with aromatic truffle oil, topped with shavings of aged Parmesan chees…
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Tongfilet Meunière (Keto-Aangepast)
Pan-Seared Sole Fillet Meunière Style (Keto-Adapted)
Delicate sole fillets pan-seared in copious amounts of browned butter, traditionally with a light flour dredge…
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein28 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Zeeduivel met Spek en Salie
Monkfish with Bacon and Sage
Firm monkfish fillets pan-fried or roasted, often wrapped in crispy bacon and infused with fresh sage. This pr…
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Consommé met Geklopt Ei
Consommé with Beaten Egg
A simple, yet elegant clear broth, typically beef or chicken, served with a delicate swirl of whisked egg that…
3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein15 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Ardeense Forel met Amandelen en Citroen
Grilled Ardennes Trout with Almonds and Lemon
Fresh Ardennes trout, lightly grilled and topped with toasted slivered almonds and a bright lemon butter sauce…
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein32 fat480 kcal
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Gegrilde Kalfsfilet met Truffelroomsaus en Groene Asperges
Grilled Veal Fillet with Creamy Truffle Sauce and Green Asparagus
A tender grilled veal fillet served with a luxurious, rich cream sauce infused with black truffle (oil or shav…
3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Omelet met Boschampignons en Gerookt Spek
Omelette with Wild Mushrooms and Smoked Bacon
A satisfying and simple omelette, generously filled with earthy wild mushrooms (such as chanterelles or porcin…
3 net5 total2 fibre40 protein65 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Potvlees (Terrine van Gevogelte in Aspic, Keto-Aangepast)
Poultry Terrine in Aspic (Keto-Modified)
A classic Flemish cold dish, Potvlees features tender pieces of various poultry (typically chicken and sometim…
3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein28 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Salade van Kalfsmuil (Keto-Vriendelijk)
Veal Snout Salad (Keto-Friendly)
A traditional and rustic cold salad made from carefully prepared and cooked veal snout, thinly sliced and dres…
3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Varkensgebraad met Kruidenkorst (Keto-Vriendelijk)
Herb-Crusted Pork Roast (Keto-Friendly)
A succulent roasted pork loin or tenderloin generously coated with a savory crust of mixed herbs and spices, s…
3 net4 total1 fibre65 protein55 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Zeebaars in Zoutkorst met Keto Groenten
Salt-Crusted Sea Bass with Keto Vegetables
A whole sea bass baked within a thick crust of coarse sea salt, which expertly locks in moisture and infuses t…
3 net5 total2 fibre70 protein30 fat600 kcal
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Ardeense Ham met Keto Bijgerechten
Ardennes Cured Ham with Keto Sides
Thinly sliced, air-dried cured ham from the Ardennes region, known for its distinct smoky and savory flavor. S…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Escavèche van Forel (Keto Aangepast)
Marinated Trout Escavèche (Keto Adapted)
A classic dish from the Walloon region, featuring pan-fried trout fillets marinated in a vibrant, spiced vineg…
4 net6 total2 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Filet Américain Natuur (met Keto Bijgerechten)
Steak Tartare Belgian Style (with Keto Sides)
A classic Belgian preparation of finely minced raw beef, typically seasoned with capers, onions, gherkins, and…
4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein45 fat620 kcal
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Fricadelle (Gegrild, zonder saus of frieten)
Grilled Fricadelle Sausage (without sauce or fries)
A popular Belgian minced meat sausage (fricadelle), typically a blend of pork, beef, and chicken, grilled inst…
4 net4 total0 fibre35 protein32 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Gebakken Grondels met Spek (Keto-Aangepast)
Pan-fried Gudgeons with Bacon (Keto-Modified)
Delicate freshwater gudgeons, pan-fried to a light crisp and served with savory pan-fried bacon. A simple yet …
4 net7 total3 fibre55 protein75 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Gebakken Kippenborst met Mosterdroomsaus en Groene Asperges (Keto-Aangepast)
Pan-fried Chicken Breast with Mustard Cream Sauce and Green Asparagus (Keto-Adapted)
Succulent pan-fried chicken breast served with a luxurious and tangy Dijon mustard cream sauce, accompanied by…
4 net7 total3 fibre50 protein35 fat520 kcal
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Gebraden Fazant met Spek en Zuurkool
Roasted Pheasant with Bacon and Sauerkraut
Succulent roasted pheasant, often wrapped in bacon for added moisture and flavor, served alongside hearty brai…
4 net8 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Gebraden Patrijs met Spek en Jeneverbessen met Keto Groenten
Roasted Partridge with Bacon and Juniper Berries, served with Keto Vegetables
A whole partridge, a popular game bird in Belgium, roasted until golden and tender. It's often wrapped in baco…
4 net7 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Houtduif met Rozemarijn en Keto Groenten
Grilled Wood Pigeon with Rosemary and Keto Vegetables
Whole wood pigeon grilled to perfection, seasoned with fresh rosemary, served alongside a generous portion of …
4 net8 total4 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Gegrilde Kreeft met Kruidenboter en Keto Groenten
Grilled Lobster with Herb Butter and Keto Vegetables
A whole fresh lobster, expertly grilled to bring out its natural sweetness and served with a generous dollop o…
4 net8 total4 fibre42 protein65.4 fat786 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Zwaardvis met Kruidenolie en Groene asperges
Grilled Swordfish with Herb Oil and Green Asparagus
Thick-cut swordfish steak, grilled and drizzled with an aromatic herb oil, served with tender green asparagus …
4 net7 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Gentse Kop
Ghent Head Cheese (Keto-Friendly)
A traditional terrine made from boiled pork head and sometimes trotters or tongue, set in its own natural gela…
4 net4 total0 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Gerookte Paardenfilet met Augurkjes en Zilveruitjes
Smoked Horse Fillet with Gherkins and Pearl Onions
Thinly sliced, tender smoked horse fillet, a traditional Belgian delicacy, served with crunchy gherkins and ta…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Hard Gekookte Eieren met Gentse Mosterdsaus
Hard-Boiled Eggs with Ghent Mustard Sauce
A simple but classic Belgian appetizer or light meal: hard-boiled eggs served with a creamy, pungent sauce mad…
4 net4 total0 fibre15 protein25 fat300 kcal
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Kabeljauwrug met Boter-Knoflooksaus en Groene Bonen
Cod Loin with Butter-Garlic Sauce and Green Beans
Thick, flaky cod loin pan-seared or baked, served with a generous buttery garlic sauce and crisp green beans.…
4 net8 total4 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Kalfstong met Tartaarsaus
Veal Tongue with Tartar Sauce
Thinly sliced, tender cold veal tongue, often slow-cooked until very tender, served with a classic, tangy mayo…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Salade van Gerookte Kwartel met Witloof en Walnoten
Smoked Quail Salad with Endive and Walnuts
A light and refreshing salad featuring tender, distinctively smoky quail breast meat, thinly sliced crisp Belg…
4 net8 total4 fibre40 protein55 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Terrine van Parelhoen met Groene Peper
Guinea Fowl Terrine with Green Peppercorns (Keto-Adapted)
A rustic terrine made from seasoned guinea fowl meat, often combined with pork fat or liver, flavored with gre…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Ardeense Ham met Gemarineerde Artisjokken
Ardennes Ham with Marinated Artichokes
Slices of savory, air-dried Ardennes ham, known for its distinct smoky flavor, served with tender marinated ar…
5 net9 total4 fibre38 protein38 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Ceviche van Noordzeegarnalen
North Sea Shrimp Ceviche
A refreshing dish featuring fresh North Sea shrimp 'cooked' in vibrant citrus juices (lime, lemon), mixed with…
5 net7 total2 fibre28 protein18 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Eendenmaagjes met witloof
Pan-Seared Duck Gizzards with Braised Endives
Tender duck gizzards, slow-cooked until tender then pan-seared for crispness, served alongside mildly bitter b…
5 net9 total4 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Gebakken Kabeljauwfilet met Gestoofde Prei en Beurre Blanc (Keto-Aangepast)
Pan-fried Cod Fillet with Braised Leeks and Beurre Blanc (Keto-Adapted)
A flaky, pan-fried cod fillet, moist and tender, served over gently braised leeks and finished with a classic,…
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Gebakken Koolvis met Citroen-Kappertjesbotersaus en Keto Groenten
Pan-Fried Pollock/Saithe with Lemon-Caper Butter Sauce and Keto Vegetables
A fillet of fresh pollock or saithe, pan-fried to perfection, served with a zesty lemon-caper butter sauce. Th…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Gebakken Schol met Spek en Champignons
Pan-Fried Plaice with Bacon and Mushrooms
Fresh plaice fillet, pan-fried until golden, served with crispy bacon bits and earthy sautéed mushrooms.…
5 net6 total1 fibre40 protein35 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Gegratineerde Sint-Jacobsschelpen
Gratinated Scallops with Cream and Cheese
Fresh scallops baked in a rich, creamy white wine sauce, often topped with grated cheese and lightly browned u…
5 net6 total1 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Gegrilde Kalfsentrecote met Estragonboter en Groene Bonen
Grilled Veal Entrecote with Tarragon Butter and Green Beans
A succulent grilled veal entrecote steak, tender and flavorful, topped with a generous dollop of melting tarra…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Kalfslever met Spek en Salie
Grilled Veal Liver with Bacon and Sage
Tender slices of veal liver, grilled and served with crispy pan-fried bacon and fragrant fresh sage. Accompani…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Kogelbiefstuk met Kruidenboter
Grilled Top Round Steak with Herb Butter and Keto Greens
A lean and flavorful top round steak, grilled to perfection and topped with a generous knob of fresh herb butt…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein50 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Konijnfilet met Groene Kruiden en Gestoofde Venkel
Grilled Rabbit Fillet with Green Herbs and Braised Fennel
Succulent grilled rabbit fillet seasoned with a blend of fresh green herbs, served alongside tender braised fe…
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Lamskoteletten met Provençaalse Kruiden en Keto Groenten
Grilled Lamb Chops with Provençal Herbs and Keto Vegetables
Succulent lamb chops, grilled to perfection and seasoned with classic Provençal herbs like rosemary, thyme, an…
5 net10 total5 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Varkensfilet met Provençaalse Kruiden en Olijven
Grilled Pork Fillet with Provençal Herbs and Olives
Tender pork fillet, grilled to perfection, imbued with the aromatic flavors of Provençal herbs (rosemary, thym…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Wulken
Grilled Whelks
A simple and authentic Belgian coastal specialty: succulent whelks (a type of sea snail), grilled and typicall…
5 net5 total0 fibre60 protein35 fat570 kcal
KAsoon
Gegrilde Zeewolf met Provençaalse Kruiden en Olijven
Grilled Monkfish with Provencal Herbs and Olives
Firm and meaty grilled monkfish fillet, seasoned with a fragrant blend of Provençal herbs, garlic, and Kalamat…
5 net7 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Gevuld Konijn met Keto-Vulling en Roomsaus
Stuffed Rabbit with Keto Stuffing and Cream Sauce
A whole rabbit or rabbit saddle expertly stuffed with a savory, low-carb mixture, such as ground pork, herbs, …
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein50 fat720 kcal