Dutch keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Adapting Dutch cuisine to a keto diet requires deliberate choices, focusing on individual components rather than traditional plated meals.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include aged cheeses (Gouda, Edam), various smoked meats and sausages, herring, and lean cuts of beef or pork.
Danger zones
Major carb traps are potatoes in all forms (stamppot, patat), bread, thick pea soups, sugary pastries, and flour-thickened gravies or sauces.
Best for
This cuisine works best for an experienced keto dieter willing to customize extensively, focus on simple grilled meats or cheese boards, and avoid most traditional preparations.
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Gerookte Makreel
Smoked Mackerel
Whole or filleted smoked mackerel, known for its rich flavor and high omega-3 content. Often served as a start…
1 net1 total0 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
Gerookte Paling
Smoked Eel
A Dutch delicacy, typically served as an appetizer. Smoked eel has a rich, very fatty flavor.…
1 net1 total0 fibre25 protein45 fat500 kcal
Gerookte Zalm
Smoked Salmon
Thinly sliced, cold smoked salmon, often served as a starter in Dutch restaurants.…
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
Rookvlees Platter (Zonder Brood)
Smoked Beef Platter (Without Bread)
A Dutch delicacy of thinly sliced, lean smoked beef (cured beef loin), often served as a cold appetizer. Prese…
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein15 fat300 kcal
Runderbouillon met Gehaktballetjes
Beef Broth with Small Meatballs
A classic clear beef broth starter, comforting and savory, featuring small, tender meatballs. The keto version…
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat420 kcal
Gebakken Haring met Keto Groenten
Pan-fried Herring with Keto Vegetables
Fresh herring fillets, pan-fried until crispy and golden brown. Served with keto-friendly vegetables, distingu…
3 net5 total2 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
Gebakken Tong
Pan-fried Sole with Keto Sides
A whole sole fish, pan-fried in generous butter until golden brown and flaky, typically served with a lemon we…
3 net3 total0 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Gebraden Varkensbuik met Krokante Zwoerd
Roasted Pork Belly with Crispy Crackling and Keto Vegetables
A generous portion of slow-roasted pork belly, prized for its tender, fatty meat and incredibly crispy crackli…
3 net6 total3 fibre70 protein100 fat1200 kcal
Gegrilde Makreel met Kruidenboter (Keto Groenten)
Grilled Mackerel with Herb Butter (with Keto Vegetables)
Fresh mackerel fillet, grilled to perfection, served with a generous dollop of herb butter. Accompanied by ket…
3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Gerookte Eendenborst met Salade
Smoked Duck Breast with Green Salad
Thinly sliced, tender smoked duck breast, often served as a cold appetizer or light meal in Dutch restaurants.…
3 net5 total2 fibre25 protein30 fat400 kcal
Gevulde Eieren
Deviled Eggs
A popular cold appetizer or snack in the Netherlands, consisting of hard-boiled egg halves filled with a cream…
3 net3 total0 fibre15 protein65 fat600 kcal
Ossenworst met Mosterd (Keto-Stijl)
Amsterdam Cured Beef Sausage with Mustard (Keto-Style)
Thinly sliced, cold, Amsterdam-style cured beef sausage, typically served with strong Dutch mustard. This keto…
3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat450 kcal
Panklaar Schol (met Citroen-Dille Boter, Keto Groenten)
Pan-fried Plaice with Lemon-Dill Butter (No Potatoes/Fries)
Fresh plaice fillet, pan-fried until golden and flaky, then served with a fragrant lemon-dill butter sauce. Th…
3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Rollmops
Rolled Pickled Herring
A classic Dutch delicacy featuring a filleted pickled herring, rolled around a piece of pickled gherkin and so…
3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein18 fat280 kcal
Gebakken Kalfszwezerik met Keto Groenten
Pan-fried Veal Sweetbreads with Keto Vegetables
Delicately pan-fried veal sweetbreads, a prized offal for its creamy texture and rich flavor. Served with a li…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein42 fat580 kcal
Gebakken Zeeduivel met Keto Groenten
Pan-fried Monkfish with Keto Vegetables
Succulent pan-fried monkfish, known for its firm, meaty texture, served with a selection of keto-friendly vege…
4 net7 total3 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
Gegrilde Rosbief met Kruidenboter en Keto Groenten
Grilled Roast Beef with Herb Butter and Keto Vegetables
Succulent slices of perfectly grilled roast beef, served with a dollop of rich herb butter. Accompanied by a g…
4 net8 total4 fibre75 protein50 fat800 kcal
Groene Asperges met Beenham en Gebakken Ei
Green Asparagus with Cured Ham and Fried Egg
Tender green asparagus spears, lightly cooked, served with slices of savory cured ham (beenham) and topped wit…
4 net8 total4 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Hollandse Nieuwe Haring
Dutch New Herring
Raw, brined herring, typically served with raw chopped onions. A classic Dutch delicacy, especially during her…
4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein28 fat350 kcal
Kabeljauw uit de Oven (met Keto Groenten)
Baked Cod with Lemon-Dill Sauce and Keto Vegetables
A simple yet elegant dish of cod fillet baked in the oven, often with butter, lemon, and fresh dill. Typically…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Rundercarpaccio
Beef Carpaccio (without Bread)
Delicately thin slices of raw beef tenderloin, drizzled with olive oil, topped with rocket (rucola), Parmesan …
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein45 fat500 kcal
Steak Tartaar (met Keto Toppings, zonder brood)
Steak Tartare (with Keto Toppings, no bread)
Finely minced raw beef tenderloin, typically seasoned and mixed with ingredients like capers, cornichons, shal…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein35 fat480 kcal
Uitsmijter (Zonder Brood)
Fried Eggs with Ham & Cheese (No Bread)
A classic Dutch open-faced sandwich, typically with fried eggs, ham, and cheese. This keto version omits the b…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Zoute Haring met Rauwe Uienringen
Salted Herring with Raw Onion Rings
A classic Dutch appetizer or snack: fillets of traditional salt-cured herring, served simply with fresh, sharp…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein38 fat480 kcal
Bloemkoolrijst met Spekjes en Kruidenboter
Cauliflower Rice with Bacon Bits and Herb Butter
A comforting and savory dish featuring riced cauliflower sautéed and mixed with crispy fried bacon bits and a …
5 net10 total5 fibre18 protein32 fat400 kcal
Gebakken Champignons met Knoflook en Kruiden
Pan-Fried Mushrooms with Garlic and Herbs
Fresh button mushrooms, pan-fried to perfection in butter or olive oil with fragrant garlic and a medley of Du…
5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein25 fat250 kcal
Gebakken Kabeljauw (Ongepaneerd, met Keto Remouladesaus)
Pan-fried Cod Fillet (Unbattered, with Keto Remoulade)
A substantial fillet of cod, pan-fried without batter, showcasing its delicate flavor and flaky texture. Serve…
5 net7 total2 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
Gebakken Kippenlevers met Spek en Champignons
Pan-fried Chicken Livers with Bacon and Mushrooms
A hearty and flavorful dish of pan-fried chicken livers, served with crispy bacon bits and sautéed mushrooms. …
5 net7 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
Gebakken Rogvleugel met Keto Groenten
Pan-fried Skate Wing with Keto Vegetables
Tender pan-fried skate wing, a delicate white fish, typically prepared "à la meunière" (lightly floured and pa…
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Kippenbout uit de Oven met Kruidenboter
Oven-Roasted Chicken Leg with Herb Butter and Keto Vegetables
A succulent whole chicken leg, slow-roasted until tender, seasoned with Dutch herbs and basted with generous h…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Leverpostei met Augurkjes
Liver Pâté with Pickles (without Bread)
A rich and smooth liver pâté, often a blend of pork and calf's liver, seasoned and served with crunchy pickled…
5 net6 total1 fibre20 protein38 fat420 kcal
Oesters
Oysters
Fresh, raw Dutch oysters, a naturally low-carb and protein-rich delicacy often served chilled on a bed of ice …
5 net5 total0 fibre15 protein5 fat150 kcal
Paling in 't Groen (Keto-Stijl)
Eel in Green Sauce (Keto-Style)
Fresh eel fillets gently simmered in a vibrant green sauce made from a generous blend of fresh herbs. This cla…
5 net7 total2 fibre40 protein95 fat1000 kcal
Panklaar Forel (met Amandelbotersaus, Keto Groenten)
Pan-fried Trout with Almond Butter Sauce (No Potatoes/Fries)
A whole pan-fried trout, crispy on the outside and tender within, served with a rich almond butter sauce. This…
5 net8 total3 fibre48 protein45 fat620 kcal
Roerei met Spek en Kaas
Scrambled Eggs with Bacon and Cheese (without Bread)
A classic and satisfying breakfast or lunch item, featuring creamy scrambled eggs cooked with crispy bacon pie…
5 net5 total0 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
Runderrollade met Keto Groenten
Rolled Beef Roast with Keto Vegetables
A traditional Dutch beef roast, often made from flank or topside, rolled and tied, typically filled with a sav…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Sperziebonen met Spek en Nootmuskaat
Green Beans with Bacon and Nutmeg
A classic Dutch vegetable side dish featuring tender green beans sautéed with crispy bacon bits and seasoned w…
5 net8 total3 fibre7 protein17 fat200 kcal
Varkenshaas
Pork Tenderloin
Pan-fried or grilled pork tenderloin, a lean and popular cut of pork in Dutch cuisine.…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
Zoute Hamschijf (Keto-Stijl)
Salted Ham Hock (Keto-Style)
A hearty, traditional Dutch dish featuring a slow-braised salted ham hock, known for its rich flavor and tende…
5 net8 total3 fibre80 protein55 fat800 kcal
Biefstuk
Steak (often Sirloin or Rump)
A classic grilled or pan-fried beef steak, commonly served in Dutch restaurants.…
6 net10 total4 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
Bloemkool met een Kaassausje (Keto-Stijl)
Cauliflower with Creamy Cheese Sauce (No Flour Thickener)
Steamed cauliflower florets smothered in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. This keto version ensures the cheese sau…
6 net10 total4 fibre15 protein40 fat450 kcal
Boerenomelet
Farmer's Omelet (without Potato or Bread)
A hearty omelet made with eggs, often including bacon, cheese, onions, and bell peppers. Traditionally served …
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Boerenpaté met Augurkjes (zonder brood)
Farmer's Paté with Pickles (no bread)
A rustic, coarse-ground farmer's paté, typically made from pork and liver, seasoned with herbs and spices. Ser…
6 net7 total1 fibre25 protein30 fat400 kcal
Gebakken Witlof met Spek en Nootmuskaat
Pan-fried Chicory with Bacon and Nutmeg
Fresh Dutch chicory, pan-fried until tender-crisp, combined with savory bacon pieces and a hint of nutmeg. A s…
6 net11 total5 fibre28 protein48 fat580 kcal
Gerookte Kipfilet Salade met Mosterddressing (Keto-Stijl)
Smoked Chicken Breast Salad with Keto Mustard Dressing
A refreshing salad featuring slices of savory smoked chicken breast, mixed with crisp mixed greens and a cream…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein50 fat620 kcal
Geroosterde Kip met Rozemarijn
Roast Chicken with Rosemary and Keto Vegetables
A succulent roasted chicken portion (e.g., leg or breast) seasoned simply with fresh rosemary, garlic, and her…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
Geroosterde Lamsschouder (met Keto Groenten)
Roasted Lamb Shoulder (with Keto Vegetables)
Succulent roasted lamb shoulder, often slow-cooked until tender. Naturally rich in flavor and fat, served simp…
6 net10 total4 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
Gestoofde Bloemkool met Keto Kerriesaus
Braised Cauliflower with Keto Curry Sauce
A simple yet flavorful Dutch vegetable dish of tender braised cauliflower florets, served with a creamy, mildl…
6 net10 total4 fibre6 protein28 fat300 kcal
Keto Bitterballen (met Amandelmeel Korst en Keto Ragout)
Keto Bitterballen (with Almond Flour Crust and Keto Ragout)
A low-carb rendition of the beloved Dutch snack. These 'bitterballen' feature a rich, savory beef or chicken r…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein45 fat520 kcal
Keto Kapsalon (zonder Friet)
Keto Kapsalon (Layered Shoarma/Döner Meat, Cheese, Salad, and Garlic Sauce, without Fries)
A modern Dutch fast-food classic, adapted for keto. A hearty layer of seasoned shoarma or döner meat, topped w…
6 net10 total4 fibre80 protein85 fat1100 kcal
Keto Kippensoep
Chicken Soup (Keto-Style)
A comforting and hearty chicken soup, prepared with a rich chicken broth, shredded chicken, and low-carb veget…
6 net8 total2 fibre30 protein20 fat350 kcal
Kip Cordon Bleu (Ongepaneerd, met Ham en Kaas)
Chicken Cordon Bleu (Unbreaded, with Ham and Cheese and Keto Vegetables)
A popular dish featuring chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese (e.g., Gruyère or Gouda), pan-fried or bak…
6 net10 total4 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Romige Spinazie
Creamed Spinach
A popular Dutch side dish consisting of fresh spinach cooked in a rich, creamy sauce. This version is naturall…
6 net12 total6 fibre12 protein60 fat600 kcal
Slavink (Zonder Koolhydraatrijke Bijgerechten)
Dutch Ground Pork Patty Wrapped in Bacon (with Keto Sides)
A traditional Dutch dish consisting of a seasoned ground pork patty (sometimes mixed with beef) wrapped in bac…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Champignonsoep (Romige Champignonsoep, Keto-Stijl)
Creamy Mushroom Soup (Keto-Friendly, No Flour Thickener)
A rich and comforting creamy mushroom soup, made keto by using heavy cream and butter for thickening instead o…
7 net10 total3 fibre15 protein50 fat550 kcal
Gebakken Ossenhaas met Champignonroomsaus
Pan-fried Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Cream Sauce and Keto Vegetables
A tender cut of pan-fried beef tenderloin (ossenhaas), served with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. Typically ac…
7 net12 total5 fibre70 protein72 fat920 kcal
Gebraden Ribbetjes (Keto-Stijl)
Roasted Pork Ribs (Keto-Style)
Succulent slow-roasted pork ribs, a popular dish in Dutch eateries, prepared with a savory, sugar-free rub or …
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein70 fat900 kcal
Gegrilde Zeebaars met Kruidenboter en Keto Groenten
Grilled Seabass with Herb Butter and Keto Vegetables
A flavorful grilled seabass fillet, served with a generous dollop of homemade herb butter. Accompanied by a se…
7 net12 total5 fibre40 protein58 fat700 kcal
Geroosterde Eend
Roast Duck (with Keto Vegetables)
A rich and flavorful roasted duck leg or half duck, often with crispy skin, served with its natural pan juices…
7 net12 total5 fibre55 protein80 fat1000 kcal
Gestoofde Mosselen met Spek en Prei (Keto-Stijl)
Stewed Mussels with Bacon and Leek (Keto-Style)
Fresh mussels steamed in a savory broth with crispy bacon lardons and tender leeks. This variation from the tr…
7 net9 total2 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Questions people ask
What can I eat at a Dutch restaurant on keto?
Good orders that are keto as served include Gerookte Makreel (1g net carbs), Gerookte Paling (1g net carbs), Gerookte Zalm (2g net carbs), Gebraden Varkensbuik met Krokante Zwoerd (3g net carbs), Gerookte Eendenborst met Salade (3g net carbs) and Gevulde Eieren (3g net carbs). Of the 189 Dutch dishes in this guide, 37 are keto as served.
Is Dutch food keto-friendly?
Keto Atlas rates Dutch food "Navigable" for keto. Adapting Dutch cuisine to a keto diet requires deliberate choices, focusing on individual components rather than traditional plated meals.
What Dutch dishes should I avoid on keto?
Major carb traps are potatoes in all forms (stamppot, patat), bread, thick pea soups, sugary pastries, and flour-thickened gravies or sauces. Dishes to skip include Kipfilet in Kerriesaus (17g).
How do I order Dutch food keto-style?
Many dishes become keto with one small request. For Rookvlees Platter: say "No bread, toast, or crackers, please. Is the dressing oil-based and sugar-free?" For Runderbouillon met Gehaktballetjes: say "Please ensure the meatballs are without breadcrumbs or fillers. And confirm the broth has no high-carb vegetables like carrots or vermicelli."