Georgian keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Georgian cuisine offers some keto-friendly meat and cheese options, but requires significant navigation to avoid high-carb staples.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various grilled meats, suluguni cheese, walnuts, garlic, fresh herbs, and non-starchy vegetables like cucumber and tomato.
Danger zones
The biggest carb traps are ubiquitous khachapuri (cheese bread), khinkali (dumplings), puri bread, lobio (bean stew), and sweetened beverages.
Best for
This cuisine is best for experienced keto dieters who are adept at custom ordering and comfortable skipping iconic national dishes.
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Katmis Salasati (Chicken Salad with Walnuts)
Georgian Chicken Salad
A flavorful cold salad made with shredded boiled chicken, often mixed with ground walnuts, mayonnaise or sour …
4 net7 total3 fibre45 protein50 fat600 kcal
Bazhe (Walnut Sauce) with Grilled Chicken
Georgian Walnut Sauce with Grilled Chicken
A rich, garlicky walnut sauce (Bazhe) served alongside simply grilled chicken. The sauce is made from ground w…
5 net10 total5 fibre48 protein65 fat800 kcal
Shemtsvari Kvercxi Sulgunit
Fried Eggs with Sulguni Cheese and Herbs
A simple yet satisfying dish of fried eggs cooked with melted Sulguni cheese and fresh Georgian herbs. Perfect…
5 net6 total1 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
GhviZli Shemtsvari
Pan-Fried Liver with Caramelized Onions (Keto Modified - Reduced Onion, No Flour)
Beef or chicken liver pan-fried until tender, typically served with onions. For keto, the onions are used spar…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
Khorzumi
Keto Slow-Cooked Meat Stew (with Low-Carb Vegetables)
A hearty, slow-cooked stew, typically featuring pork or beef. Modified for keto by ensuring only low-carb vege…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
Shemtsvari Pomidori da Sulguni
Roasted Tomatoes with Sulguni Cheese
Fresh tomatoes roasted until tender and juicy, topped with generous slices of Sulguni cheese that melt into a …
8 net12 total4 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
Dabadebuli
Veal in Milk and Garlic Sauce
A delicate and creamy Georgian dish featuring tender pieces of veal slowly cooked in a rich sauce made from mi…
9 net10 total1 fibre50 protein48 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Adjaruli Kvercxi Qizilalati
Adjarian Eggs with Red Caviar
A simple yet luxurious dish, often served in Adjara. It consists of fried or baked eggs, usually served 'sunny…
2 net2 total0 fibre28 protein36 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Dambalkhacho Tarkhunit
Aged Curd Cheese with Tarragon
A simple yet flavorful appetizer featuring Dambalkhacho, a traditional aged Georgian curd cheese, crumbled and…
3 net4 total1 fibre25 protein30 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Meskhuri Chechili
Meskhuri Pulled Cheese
A unique, stringy, and salty cheese originating from the Meskheti region of Georgia. It's characterized by its…
3 net3 total0 fibre28 protein28 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Tarkhunis Omeleti Qvelit
Tarragon and Cheese Omelet
A flavorful omelet made with fresh eggs, generously chopped tarragon, and often traditional Georgian cheeses l…
3 net4 total1 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Imeruli Qvelis Salati Mtsvanilit
Imeretian Cheese and Herb Salad
A fresh and simple salad highlighting the tangy, crumbly texture of Imeretian cheese combined with an abundanc…
4 net7 total3 fibre30 protein30 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Kokorina
Chicken and Egg Scramble with Cheese
A hearty and simple Georgian home-style dish featuring scrambled or baked eggs combined with cooked chicken pi…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Kvertskhi Nigvzit
Scrambled Eggs with Walnuts
A rustic and flavorful dish featuring scrambled eggs mixed with finely chopped walnuts, fresh herbs like cilan…
4 net6 total2 fibre22 protein42 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Kvertskhiani Mtsvanili
Georgian Herb Omelette
A traditional Georgian omelette richly packed with various fresh green herbs such as cilantro, parsley, dill, …
4 net6 total2 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Mokharshuli Kvertskhi SokoTi
Boiled Eggs with Sautéed Mushrooms
A simple yet satisfying dish featuring perfectly boiled eggs, served alongside savory sautéed mushrooms season…
4 net6 total2 fibre20 protein28 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Tenili Qveli KhortsiT
Tenili Cheese with Cured Meat Assortment
Tenili is a unique braided string cheese, often aged, with a distinct creamy-salty flavor. Served here as an a…
4 net4 total0 fibre45 protein48 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Badrijnis Rulonebi Khorts'it
Eggplant Rolls with Spiced Meat Filling
Thin slices of pan-fried or baked eggplant, carefully rolled around a savory, spiced filling of ground meat (o…
5 net10 total5 fibre35 protein38 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Chriakhuli
Wild Greens with Scrambled Eggs
A rustic and nourishing dish featuring sautéed wild greens, such as nettles or foraged spinach, combined with …
5 net9 total4 fibre30 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Ekala Pkhali
Smilax Shoots Pkhali with Walnuts
A unique pkhali dish made from tender smilax shoots (similar to wild asparagus), finely chopped and blended wi…
5 net10 total5 fibre18 protein50 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Enis Salati Nigvzit
Beef Tongue Salad with Walnuts
A hearty salad composed of tender, thinly sliced boiled beef tongue, tossed with a rich and creamy walnut dres…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein45 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Imeruli Kvercxis Khashrut'i
Imeretian Scrambled Eggs with Herbs and Cheese
A rustic and hearty Imeretian-style scrambled egg dish featuring fresh eggs vigorously scrambled with local Im…
5 net6 total1 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Kvertskhi da Qveli Kecze
Eggs and Cheese Baked in a Ketsi (Clay Pot)
A comforting and rustic dish featuring fresh eggs cracked over a generous bed of melted Georgian cheeses, such…
5 net5 total0 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Mokharshuli Kvertskhi Pkhali
Hard-Boiled Eggs with Pkhali-Style Herbs
A fresh and flavorful appetizer featuring hard-boiled eggs halved and topped with a vibrant, pkhali-inspired m…
5 net8 total3 fibre30 protein40 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Nadughi Mtsvanilit
Ricotta-style Cheese with Fresh Herbs
Nadughi is a fresh, creamy ricotta-style cheese, often made from matsoni (Georgian yogurt) whey. In this simpl…
5 net6 total1 fibre25 protein30 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Sachalmakhio (Keto Modified)
Trout Stuffed with Herbs and Lemon (No Grains)
Whole trout, expertly seasoned and traditionally stuffed with a fragrant mixture of fresh herbs (dill, tarrago…
5 net7 total2 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Soko da Katmis Salati
Mushroom and Chicken Salad
A refreshing salad featuring tender pieces of cooked chicken (often boiled or roasted) combined with sautéed o…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein28 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Svanuri Kutsi
Svanetian Cheese and Herb Spread
A traditional Svanetian spread or dip made from fresh, soft Svanetian cheese (similar to a mild cottage cheese…
5 net7 total2 fibre25 protein30 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Deda-Shvili
Chicken and Egg Pan-Fry
Literally 'Mother and Child,' this simple yet hearty dish features pan-fried chicken pieces cooked together wi…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein55 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Gadaelili Badrijani (Keto-Modified)
Layered Eggplant and Spiced Meat Bake (Keto-Friendly)
A comforting casserole featuring tender slices of baked eggplant layered with a rich, savory mixture of spiced…
6 net12 total6 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
GhviZli Shemtsvari Kombostoti
Fried Liver with Sautéed Cabbage
A hearty and flavorful dish consisting of pan-fried beef or chicken liver, cooked until tender, served alongsi…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein40 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Guruli Mtsvane Lobio (Keto Modified)
Guruli Green Beans (Keto Modified - with Egg & Cheese)
A traditional dish from the Guria region, featuring fresh green beans sautéed with minimal onion and garlic, t…
6 net12 total6 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Ispanakhi Kvertskhit
Spinach with Egg
Fresh, vibrant spinach is lightly sautéed with fragrant garlic and finely chopped onions, then finished by cra…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Kalmakhi Rkastan Ertad
Trout with Purslane
Pan-fried or baked trout served alongside fresh or lightly sautéed purslane (a succulent herb), seasoned with …
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Kashkhuri (Keto Modified - No Bread Accompaniment)
Grilled Mushrooms with Supruni Cheese
Whole mushrooms (often champignons or oyster mushrooms) grilled or baked until tender, then filled or topped w…
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Balandzara
Georgian Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes and Herbs (Keto Modified)
A hearty breakfast or light meal featuring scrambled eggs cooked with fresh tomatoes, a touch of onion, bell p…
6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Tarkhunis Supi (Creamy Tarragon Soup with Chicken)
Creamy Tarragon Soup with Chicken
A rich and aromatic soup, keto-modified to omit traditional starchy thickeners. It features tender chicken pie…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Khashilama
Dried Meat Stew
A hearty and deeply savory stew made from dried beef or lamb, slow-cooked with minimal vegetables, typically j…
6 net8 total2 fibre65 protein45 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Kvertskhi Tkemalit da Mtsvanilit
Boiled Eggs with Plum Sauce and Herbs
Simple yet satisfying, this dish features hard-boiled eggs served with a fresh, tangy plum sauce (Tkemali) and…
6 net8 total2 fibre20 protein25 fat320 kcal
KAsoon
Mtsvane Lobio Qvelit da Niorit (Keto Modified)
Green Beans with Cheese and Garlic (Sautéed)
Fresh green beans are expertly sautéed with a generous infusion of garlic, then combined with luscious melted …
6 net10 total4 fibre20 protein35 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Nadughi Badrijnis Rulonebi
Eggplant Rolls with Nadughi Cheese and Herbs
Thin slices of tender eggplant, grilled or baked, are carefully rolled around a creamy, fresh filling of Nadug…
6 net12 total6 fibre20 protein40 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Qabakhi Kecze Qvelit
Baked Zucchini with Cheese in Clay Pot
Fresh zucchini slices baked in a traditional clay pot (ketsi) with generous layers of Imeruli or Sulguni chees…
6 net9 total3 fibre25 protein40 fat490 kcal
KAsoon
Rachuli Mkhlovana (Crustless)
Rachan Cheese and Spinach Bake (Crustless)
A traditional dish from the Racha region, usually a pie, reimagined as a crustless bake for keto. It features …
6 net10 total4 fibre35 protein60 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Shemtsvari Badrijani Niorit da Qvelit
Pan-Fried Eggplant with Garlic and Cheese
Sliced eggplant pan-fried until tender, then topped with crumbled or melted Georgian cheese (like Imeruli or S…
6 net12 total6 fibre18 protein40 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Tarhuna Tsitsila (Keto Modified)
Braised Chicken with Tarragon and Herbs
Tender chicken pieces braised in a savory broth with fresh tarragon, parsley, and green onions. Traditionally,…
6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Tevzis Pkhali
Fish Pkhali (Minced Fish with Walnuts and Herbs)
A lesser-known variant of Georgian Pkhali, this dish features finely minced or flaked white fish (such as trou…
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein30 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Tsitsila Qutsit (Keto Modified)
Chicken Stew with Quince (Keto-Friendly)
A unique savory stew featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with a minimal amount of quince, offering a subtle…
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Badrijani Qatmis Khortsda Shemtsvari
Fried Eggplant with Chicken Meat
A delicious and satisfying dish featuring pan-fried eggplant pieces combined with tender chicken meat, often s…
7 net12 total5 fibre45 protein48 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Ikhvis Chakapuli (Keto Modified)
Duck Stew with Tarragon and Sour Plum Sauce (Keto-Friendly)
A fragrant and hearty stew made with tender duck meat, fresh tarragon, green onions, and the characteristic ta…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein50 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Imeruli Qveli da Pomidori Kecze
Imeruli Cheese and Tomato in Clay Pot
Thick slices of fresh Imeruli cheese (a mild, brined cheese) baked in a traditional clay pot (ketsi) with ripe…
7 net10 total3 fibre30 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Badrijani da Qveli Matsonit
Pan-Fried Eggplant and Cheese with Matsoni
Slices of eggplant are lightly pan-fried until tender, then served with pan-fried sulguni or imeruli cheese, t…
7 net12 total5 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Mokharshuli Kombosto Kvertskhit
Boiled Cabbage with Eggs and Herbs
Gently boiled or sautéed cabbage mixed with scrambled or poached eggs, seasoned with garlic, fresh herbs (like…
7 net12 total5 fibre25 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Mtsvane Lobio Skhvilit
Green Beans with Scrambled Eggs and Herbs
A simple yet flavorful dish of tender green beans sautéed with onions and garlic, then combined with scrambled…
7 net12 total5 fibre20 protein32 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Qabakhi Qvelit Kecze
Zucchini with Cheese in Clay Pot
A delightful dish of sliced zucchini baked in a traditional Georgian clay pot (kecze) with generous layers of …
7 net10 total3 fibre25 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Qabakhi Rulonebi Khorts'it (Keto Modified - Zucchini Rolls with Meat Filling)
Zucchini Rolls with Spiced Meat Filling
Tender grilled or pan-fried zucchini slices rolled around a savory, spiced filling typically made from ground …
7 net10 total3 fibre30 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Soko Matsonit
Creamy Mushrooms with Matsoni and Garlic
A flavorful dish of sautéed mushrooms (often wild or cultivated varieties like oyster or cremini) served in a …
7 net10 total3 fibre18 protein48 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Tashmjabi (Keto-Friendly Meatballs)
Georgian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Keto)
Traditional Georgian-style meatballs made from a mix of minced beef and/or pork, generously seasoned with fres…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Badrijani Qvelit Kecze (Keto Modified)
Baked Eggplant with Cheese in Clay Pot
Slices of tender eggplant layered or baked with savory Georgian cheeses (like Sulguni or Imeruli), tomatoes, g…
8 net15 total7 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Chakaluli
Adjarian Baked Eggplant with Cheese and Egg
A delicious Adjarian dish featuring baked eggplant halves filled with cheese (often Imeruli or Sulguni) and to…
8 net15 total7 fibre35 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Charakhi (Keto Modified - Reduced Pomegranate)
Lamb Stew with Pomegranate and Herbs
A rich, slow-cooked lamb stew deeply flavored with pomegranate juice, fresh herbs like cilantro and tarragon, …
8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal