Colombian keto guide
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164 dishes43 keto as served126 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Colombian cuisine is highly challenging for keto dieters due to its foundational reliance on high-carb staples.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various meats (beef, chicken, pork belly/chicharrón), eggs, avocado, and limited cheeses.
Danger zones
Arepas, empanadas, rice, potatoes (papas), plantains (plátanos), yuca, and most traditional soups or stews are unavoidable carb traps in authentic meals.
Best for
This cuisine works best for highly disciplined keto dieters who are comfortable with extreme customization, deconstructing dishes, and primarily ordering plain meats or salads.
38 matching dishes
Chicharrón
Fried Pork Belly
Crispy, deep-fried pork belly, a popular and naturally keto-friendly Colombian delicacy. It's often served as …
0 net0 total0 fibre50 protein134 fat1406 kcal
Sopa de Costilla (Modificada)
Beef Rib Soup (Modified)
A comforting Colombian soup featuring tender beef ribs in a clear, savory broth, traditionally served as a hea…
2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein60 fat768 kcal
Carne Asada / Bistec a Caballo (Modificada)
Grilled Steak / Steak with Fried Egg (Modified)
A simple grilled beef steak, often accompanied by a fried egg ('a caballo' meaning 'on horseback' due to the e…
3 net3 total0 fibre66 protein44 fat672 kcal
Carne en Polvo con Aguacate
Crispy Shredded Beef with Avocado
Finely shredded beef, fried until very crispy and almost powdered in texture. Traditionally served with rice a…
3 net10 total7 fibre65 protein75 fat900 kcal
Cerdo Frito (Trozos de Cerdo Fritos con Guarnición Keto)
Fried Pork Chunks with Keto Side
Crispy and juicy fried chunks of pork, a beloved classic often found in 'picadas' or as a standalone dish. Pre…
3 net10 total7 fibre65 protein100 fat1200 kcal
Chicharrón de Pescado con Aguacate y Limón (Sin Harina)
Crispy Fried Fish Bites with Avocado and Lime (No Breading)
Bite-sized pieces of white fish (like tilapia, mero, or pargo) seasoned and fried until crispy, mimicking the …
3 net6 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
Consomé de Pollo (Keto)
Keto Chicken Consommé
A traditional Colombian clear, rich chicken broth, slow-cooked to extract maximum flavor and nutrients. Served…
3 net4 total1 fibre12 protein15 fat200 kcal
Huevos Estrellados con Tocino y Aguacate
Fried Eggs with Bacon and Avocado
A hearty breakfast or light meal featuring perfectly fried eggs ('estrellados') served alongside crispy bacon …
3 net10 total7 fibre35 protein75 fat850 kcal
Lechona (Piel y Carne)
Roasted Stuffed Pig (Skin and Meat Only)
Crispy roasted pig skin and tender pork meat, traditionally slow-roasted and usually stuffed with rice and pea…
3 net3 total0 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Sobrebarriga a la Plancha / al Vapor (Modificada)
Grilled / Steamed Flank Steak or Brisket (Modified)
Tender, slow-cooked flank steak or brisket, often finished on the grill ('a la plancha') or simply steamed ('a…
3 net3 total0 fibre55 protein63 fat799 kcal
Aguacate Relleno con Camarones (Keto)
Avocado Stuffed with Shrimp Salad (Keto)
Creamy avocado halves generously filled with a zesty shrimp salad, typically made with mayonnaise, lime juice,…
4 net12 total8 fibre25 protein50 fat600 kcal
Calamares al Ajillo con Aguacate
Garlic Squid with Avocado
Tender squid rings sautéed generously in olive oil, garlic, and sometimes a touch of white wine or lemon juice…
4 net10 total6 fibre45 protein70 fat800 kcal
Camarones al Ajillo
Garlic Shrimp
Plump shrimp sautéed in abundant olive oil or butter with generous amounts of minced garlic and a touch of chi…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Carne a la Llanera con Ensalada Verde
Roasted Veal (Llanero Style) with Green Salad
Authentic slow-roasted veal, prepared in the distinctive style of the Colombian plains (Llanos), known for its…
4 net7 total3 fibre70 protein35 fat650 kcal
Criadillas Fritas / Asadas
Fried / Grilled Bull Testicles
Bull testicles, typically sliced and either pan-fried to a golden crisp or grilled until tender. A delicacy in…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Gallina Asada con Ensalada Verde (Piel y Carne)
Roasted Hen with Green Salad (Skin and Meat)
A whole roasted hen, featuring crispy skin and juicy, tender meat, seasoned with traditional Colombian spices.…
4 net8 total4 fibre78 protein85 fat1000 kcal
Huevos con Carne Desmechada
Scrambled Eggs with Shredded Beef
A hearty and popular Colombian breakfast or brunch dish featuring fluffy scrambled eggs combined with tender, …
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Longaniza o Chorizo a la Plancha (Keto)
Colombian Grilled Pork Sausage (Keto)
Traditional Colombian pork sausage, grilled or pan-fried, known for its distinct seasoning. While naturally hi…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein55 fat650 kcal
Morcilla (Sin Arroz)
Colombian Blood Sausage (No Rice Filler)
A traditional Colombian blood sausage, typically made with pig's blood, pork fat, and sometimes rice, onions, …
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein65 fat750 kcal
Parrillada de Mariscos (Keto)
Mixed Grilled Seafood Platter (Keto)
A generous and flavorful platter of various fresh seafood items, such as shrimp, calamari, mussels, and fish f…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein38 fat600 kcal
Buñuelos de Queso Keto (sin harina de trigo ni azúcar)
Keto Colombian Cheese Fritters (without Wheat Flour or Sugar)
Savory, fluffy, and golden cheese fritters, a keto adaptation of the popular Colombian snack. Made with a blen…
5 net8 total3 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
Caldo de Pescado con Trozos de Pescado y Vegetales Keto
Fish Broth with Fish Chunks and Keto Vegetables
A clear, comforting, and deeply flavored fish broth, served with tender chunks of white fish and a selection o…
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein18 fat350 kcal
Carne de Res al Trapo con Espárragos Asados
Grilled Beef in Cloth with Roasted Asparagus
A unique preparation where a cut of beef (e.g., punta de anca, posta) is seasoned, wrapped in a cloth (trapo),…
5 net8 total3 fibre80 protein45 fat750 kcal
Chunchullo a la Plancha (Intestino de Res a la Parrilla con Aguacate)
Grilled Beef Intestines with Avocado
Crispy and flavorful grilled beef intestines, a popular street food and appetizer. Naturally rich in fats and …
5 net15 total10 fibre50 protein113 fat1300 kcal
Corazones de Res a la Plancha
Grilled Beef Hearts with Keto Vegetables
Skewers or slices of marinated beef hearts, grilled to perfection and simply seasoned. Served with a side of s…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Ensalada de Aguacate con Pollo a la Plancha
Avocado Salad with Grilled Chicken
A refreshing salad featuring generous chunks of ripe avocado, often mixed with onion, tomato, and cilantro, to…
5 net12 total7 fibre45 protein45 fat620 kcal
Ensalada de Champiñones con Tocino y Aguacate
Mushroom, Bacon, and Avocado Salad
A satisfying and flavorful salad featuring earthy sautéed mushrooms, crispy bacon bits, and creamy avocado sli…
5 net10 total5 fibre15 protein40 fat480 kcal
Lengua en Salsa (Modificada)
Tongue in Sauce (Modified)
Tender beef tongue, slow-cooked and served in a rich, savory creole sauce known as hogao.…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein68 fat844 kcal
Pulpo a la Parrilla con Ensalada Verde
Grilled Octopus with Green Salad
Tender octopus tentacles, grilled to perfection, often marinated simply with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Ser…
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Ají de Aguacate (Keto)
Keto Avocado Hot Sauce/Dip
A rich and creamy, mildly spicy condiment or substantial side dish made from ripe avocados, fresh cilantro, wh…
3 net10 total7 fibre3 protein35 fat350 kcal
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Chorizo Santarrosano a la Plancha con Aguacate
Grilled Santarrosano Chorizo with Avocado
Authentic grilled Chorizo Santarrosano, a specific regional pork sausage known for its unique seasoning and fl…
3 net8 total5 fibre30 protein65 fat750 kcal
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Plato de Quesos Costeños y Frescos con Aceitunas y Aguacate (Keto)
Plate of Coastal and Fresh Colombian Cheeses with Olives and Avocado (Keto)
An inviting cold appetizer platter featuring an assortment of traditional Colombian cheeses. This typically in…
4 net10 total6 fibre40 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Chuletón de Res a la Parrilla con Ensalada de Aguacate y Tomate (Keto)
Grilled Bone-in Ribeye with Avocado and Tomato Salad (Keto)
A thick-cut, bone-in ribeye or porterhouse steak, grilled to perfection, seasoned simply with salt and pepper.…
5 net10 total5 fibre120 protein90 fat1300 kcal
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Cuy Asado con Ensalada Verde
Roasted Guinea Pig with Green Salad
A traditional dish from the Andean regions, whole roasted guinea pig (cuy) seasoned simply with garlic, cumin,…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
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Ensalada de Pollo y Vegetales Cocidos (Keto)
Keto Cooked Chicken and Vegetable Salad
A refreshing cold salad featuring shredded or diced cooked chicken, combined with steamed or boiled low-carb v…
5 net10 total5 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
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Huevos al Vapor con Tocineta y Queso
Steamed Eggs with Bacon and Cheese
Fluffy steamed eggs combined with crispy bacon bits and generous chunks of melted white, salty Colombian chees…
5 net5 total0 fibre40 protein55 fat650 kcal
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Mojarra Rellena de Camarones y Vegetales (Keto)
Stuffed Tilapia with Shrimp and Keto Vegetables
A whole tilapia (mojarra) baked or steamed, generously stuffed with a savory filling of shrimp, finely diced l…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
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Revoltillo de Huevo, Queso y Tocino
Scrambled Eggs with Cheese and Bacon
Creamy scrambled eggs mixed with melted cheese (e.g., mozzarella or costeño) and crispy bacon bits. A classic,…
5 net5 total0 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal