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.
50 matching dishes
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
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
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
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
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
Caldo de Gallina con Pollo Desmenuzado y Aguacate
Chicken Broth with Shredded Chicken and Avocado
A comforting and restorative clear chicken broth, rich in flavor, served with generous portions of shredded ch…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
Ceviche de Camarones con Aguacate
Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado
Fresh shrimp cured in tangy lime juice, mixed with finely diced red onion, cilantro, bell peppers, and a hint …
6 net12 total6 fibre38 protein38 fat520 kcal
Ensalada de Atún con Vegetales Frescos
Tuna Salad Platter with Fresh Mixed Greens
A generous scoop of creamy tuna salad (made with tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion) served on a crisp bed of fre…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Ensalada de Camarones con Aguacate y Pimentones Asados
Shrimp, Avocado, and Roasted Bell Pepper Salad
A vibrant and satisfying salad featuring plump, cooked shrimp, creamy avocado slices, and tender roasted bell …
6 net12 total6 fibre35 protein40 fat550 kcal
Ensalada de Pollo Desmechado, Aguacate y Tocineta
Shredded Chicken, Avocado, and Bacon Salad
A hearty and satisfying salad featuring tender shredded chicken breast, creamy avocado, crispy bacon bits, mix…
6 net12 total6 fibre48 protein55 fat700 kcal
Ensalada de Repollo con Tocineta y Aguacate
Cabbage Salad with Bacon and Avocado
A refreshing and hearty salad featuring finely shredded cabbage, crispy bacon bits, and creamy diced avocado, …
6 net12 total6 fibre15 protein40 fat450 kcal
Ensalada Fresca de Mariscos con Aderezo Cítrico (Sin Fruta)
Fresh Seafood Salad with Citrus Dressing (No Fruit)
A refreshing salad featuring a variety of cooked seafood (shrimp, calamari, mussels, octopus) mixed with crisp…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein38 fat550 kcal
Huevo Perico con Aguacate
Colombian Scrambled Eggs (Perico Style) with Avocado
Fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with a sautéed sofrito of fresh tomatoes and onions, served with sliced avocado. A…
6 net12 total6 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
Pescado Relleno Keto (con Relleno de Camarones y Vegetales)
Keto Stuffed Fish (with Shrimp and Vegetable Filling)
A whole fish (e.g., mojarra, pargo, or mero) generously stuffed with a savory, low-carb filling of seasoned sh…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
Trucha a la Plancha con Vegetales Asados
Grilled Trout with Roasted Keto Vegetables
A whole grilled trout, simply seasoned with herbs, lemon, and olive oil, served with a generous side of assort…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Lomo de Cerdo a la Plancha con Champiñones Salteados
Grilled Pork Loin with Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms and Keto Side
Tender grilled pork loin slices served with generous portions of mushrooms sautéed in garlic and butter. This …
7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein60 fat800 kcal
Pescado Frito / Mojarra Frita (Modificada)
Fried Fish / Fried Tilapia (Modified)
A whole fried fish, often Mojarra (Tilapia), simply seasoned and cooked until crispy.…
7 net8 total1 fibre55 protein68 fat864 kcal
Pollo Sudado (Keto Modificado)
Keto Colombian Stewed Chicken
Tender chicken pieces (often bone-in, skin-on) slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful broth with onions, tomatoes, a…
7 net10 total3 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Champiñones Rellenos de Carne y Queso
Stuffed Mushrooms with Ground Beef and Cheese
Large mushroom caps filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef and melted cheese, baked until golden…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Muchacho Relleno (Roast de Res Relleno Keto)
Stuffed Beef Roast (Keto Version)
A savory beef roast (often 'muchacho' or eye of round) traditionally stuffed and slow-cooked until tender. Thi…
8 net10 total2 fibre80 protein98 fat1250 kcal
Queso Asado con Hogao y Aguacate
Grilled Cheese with Hogao and Avocado
Thick slices of firm white cheese (like queso costeño or halloumi) grilled until golden and slightly smoky. It…
8 net15 total7 fibre40 protein60 fat750 kcal
Arroz con Pollo Keto (con arroz de coliflor)
Keto Chicken and Cauliflower Rice
A keto-friendly take on the beloved chicken and rice dish, where fragrant cauliflower rice is sautéed with ten…
9 net15 total6 fibre50 protein45 fat700 kcal
Cazuela de Mariscos (Versión Keto)
Keto Colombian Seafood Casserole (Cream-Based)
A rich and creamy stew featuring a variety of seafood (shrimp, calamari, mussels, white fish) cooked in a flav…
9 net12 total3 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Changua
Colombian Milk and Egg Soup
A traditional Colombian breakfast soup made with milk, eggs, cilantro, and scallions. Served hot and comfortin…
9 net10 total1 fibre18 protein38 fat450 kcal
Chuzos de Carne / Pollo (Modificada)
Beef / Chicken Skewers (Modified)
Grilled skewers featuring cubes of beef or chicken, a popular street food and restaurant appetizer or main.…
9 net10 total1 fibre60 protein46 fat694 kcal
Frijoles Verdes con Carne (Keto)
Colombian Green Beans with Beef (Keto)
A hearty stew-like dish made with tender green beans and pieces of beef, cooked in a flavorful sauce based on …
9 net15 total6 fibre45 protein38 fat580 kcal
Mero en Salsa de Coco con Vegetales Keto
Grouper in Coconut Sauce with Keto Vegetables
A succulent fillet of Mero (grouper) simmered in a rich, creamy, and flavorful sugar-free coconut milk sauce, …
9 net15 total6 fibre55 protein45 fat680 kcal
Sancocho de Gallina Keto (sin tubérculos ni plátano)
Keto Colombian Hen Soup (without Starchy Vegetables)
A rich and flavorful broth-based soup featuring tender hen meat (gallina), slow-cooked with low-carb vegetable…
9 net15 total6 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Bagre en Salsa (Keto Modificado)
Stewed Catfish in Tomato-Onion Sauce (Keto with No Starchy Sides)
A hearty catfish fillet stewed in a rich tomato and onion-based sauce with bell peppers and herbs. Naturally k…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
Indios (Rellenos de Carne sin Arroz)
Keto Cabbage Rolls (Meat-filled, No Rice)
A Colombian take on cabbage rolls, where blanched cabbage leaves are wrapped around a savory filling. This ket…
10 net15 total5 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Pechuga Rellena de Espinacas y Queso con Ensalada Mixta
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese with Mixed Salad
Chicken breast stuffed with a creamy mixture of spinach and cheese, baked or pan-seared until golden. Served w…
10 net15 total5 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
Ajiaco Santafereño Keto (con coliflor y pollo)
Keto Ajiaco Stew (with Cauliflower and Chicken)
A keto-friendly interpretation of the hearty Bogotá chicken stew, traditionally made with potatoes. This versi…
12 net18 total6 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
Carne Salteada Estilo Calentao con Vegetales Keto
Sautéed Beef in Calentao Style with Keto Vegetables
Inspired by the traditional 'calentao' breakfast, this dish features sautéed chunks of beef (often leftover st…
12 net18 total6 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Sopa de Callos con Vegetales Bajos en Carbohidratos
Tripe and Low-Carb Vegetable Soup
A flavorful tripe soup (modified from traditional Mondongo) with beef tripe simmered in a rich broth with low-…
12 net18 total6 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
Sopa de Tomate con Huevo y Aguacate (Sin Papas)
Keto Tomato Soup with Egg and Avocado (No Potatoes)
A hearty, rustic tomato soup base made with fresh tomatoes and broth, enriched with poached or boiled eggs and…
12 net20 total8 fibre20 protein38 fat480 kcal
Posta Negra Cartagenera
Cartagena Style Black Pot Roast with Keto Sides
A rich, dark, slow-cooked beef roast, braised in a sauce typically made with panela (unrefined cane sugar), on…
13 net15 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat680 kcal
Pescado Guisado (Pescado en Salsa con Vegetales Keto)
Stewed Fish in Sauce with Keto Vegetables
A tender fish fillet (e.g., Tilapia, Pargo, or another local white fish) gently stewed in a fragrant Colombian…
14 net18 total4 fibre50 protein52 fat800 kcal
Mondongo (Estofado de Tripa con Vegetales Keto)
Tripe Stew with Keto Vegetables
A rich and hearty stew featuring tender beef tripe cooked in a flavorful hogao (tomato and onion sauce) base. …
20 net25 total5 fibre60 protein65 fat980 kcal
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Revoltillo de Huevo con Champiñones y Tocineta (Keto)
Scrambled Eggs with Mushrooms and Bacon (Keto)
A hearty serving of fluffy scrambled eggs ('revoltillo'), cooked to perfection and generously mixed with earth…
6 net8 total2 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Conejo Guisado (Keto con Vegetales)
Stewed Rabbit with Low-Carb Vegetables (Keto)
Tender pieces of rabbit meat slow-cooked in a flavorful Colombian 'guiso' (stew base). This preparation featur…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Lomo de Cerdo Relleno de Espinacas y Queso con Ensalada (Keto)
Pork Loin Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese, with Salad (Keto)
A succulent pork loin butterflied and filled with a creamy, savory stuffing of sautéed spinach and melted chee…
8 net12 total4 fibre90 protein70 fat1000 kcal
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Papas Rellenas Keto (con "Masa" de Coliflor)
Keto Stuffed "Potatoes" (with Cauliflower Mash)
A traditional Colombian 'papas rellenas' (stuffed potatoes) modified for keto, using a seasoned cauliflower ma…
8 net15 total7 fibre35 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Pechuga de Pollo en Salsa de Champiñones con Vegetales Keto
Chicken Breast in Mushroom Cream Sauce with Keto Vegetables
A tender grilled or pan-seared chicken breast generously topped with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce made with h…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
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Estofado de Codorniz con Vegetales Keto
Braised Quail with Keto Vegetables
Quail slowly braised in a savory, aromatic sauce with a medley of low-carb vegetables such as bell peppers, on…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Pargo Rojo al Ajillo con Vegetales Salteados
Red Snapper in Garlic Sauce with Sautéed Vegetables (Keto)
A whole or filleted Red Snapper pan-fried or grilled to perfection, generously bathed in a rich garlic butter …
10 net18 total8 fibre50 protein58 fat720 kcal
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Pescado Blanco en Salsa Estilo Costeño (Keto)
White Fish in Coastal Style Sauce with Keto Vegetables (Keto)
A tender white fish fillet (such as Tilapia, Cod, or local Snapper) pan-seared or baked, generously smothered …
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
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Hígado Guisado con Vegetales Bajos en Carbohidratos (Estilo Jardinera Keto)
Stewed Liver with Low-Carb Vegetables (Keto Gardener Style)
Tender beef liver stewed in a rich tomato-based sauce with onions, garlic, bell peppers, and low-carb vegetabl…
12 net18 total6 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Queso Asado con Plátano Maduro de Chayote (Keto) y Hogao
Grilled Cheese with Keto Chayote 'Sweet Plantain' and Hogao (Keto)
Slices of firm Colombian cheese (e.g., Queso Costeño or similar) grilled until lightly browned and slightly so…
12 net18 total6 fibre35 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Carne Sudada (Estofado de Res con Vegetales Keto)
Colombian Beef Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables (Keto)
Tender pieces of beef slow-cooked in a traditional Colombian 'hogao' (onion, tomato, garlic sauce) until succu…
13 net22 total9 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal