German keto guide
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Keto friendliness
German cuisine is manageable for keto dieters, but requires active avoidance of ubiquitous high-carb sides and sauces.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various sausages (scrutinize ingredients), roasted or grilled pork, beef, and fermented cabbage like sauerkraut.
Danger zones
The biggest carb traps are omnipresent potatoes (fried, boiled, mashed), dumplings (Knödel), pasta (Spätzle), bread, and flour-thickened gravies or sweetened red cabbage (Rotkohl).
Best for
This cuisine works best for diligent keto dieters who are comfortable requesting modifications, omitting sides, and focusing primarily on meat-heavy dishes.
What to drink
Drinks you will see at German restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.
Order these
- KetoSparkling Mineral Water Mineralwasser · 0g net carbs as usually served
- Ask firstMilk Coffee Milchkaffee · 12g net carbs as usually servedOrder a 'Kaffee schwarz' or an espresso with a splash of milk instead.
Skip these
- SkipApple Spritzer Apfelschorle · 17g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order mineralwasser instead.
- SkipFruit Malt Soda Fassbrause · 23g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order mineralwasser instead.
- SkipCola-Orange Mix Cola-Mix · 29g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order mineralwasser instead.
- SkipChildren's Punch Kinderpunsch · 30g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order hot tea instead.
- SkipMalt Soda Malzbier · 34g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order mineralwasser instead.
- SkipIced Coffee Sundae Eiskaffee · 35g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order kaffee schwarz instead.
36 matching dishes
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Gebratene Champignons
Pan-fried Mushrooms
Fresh mushrooms pan-fried, typically in butter with garlic and herbs, a common and delicious side dish in Germ…
3 net5 total2 fibre6 protein28 fat280 kcal
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Gebratene Pilze
Fried Mushrooms
Simple yet flavorful pan-fried fresh mushrooms, often prepared with butter, herbs, and sometimes garlic. A com…
4 net6 total2 fibre5 protein24 fat250 kcal
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Geschmortes Sauerkraut (Ungesüßt)
Braised Sauerkraut (Unsweetened)
Fermented cabbage, slowly braised with onions and spices. A classic German side dish, naturally low-carb but o…
4 net10 total6 fibre3 protein10 fat150 kcal
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Grüner Salat mit Öl und Essig
Green Salad with Oil and Vinegar Dressing
A simple, fresh green salad typically made with mixed leafy greens, cucumber, and sometimes a few slices of ra…
4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
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Keto Thüringer Klöße (Blumenkohl-Mandelmehl-Basis)
Keto Thuringian Dumplings (Cauliflower-Almond Flour Base)
A keto rendition of the classic Thuringian dumpling, using a base of riced cauliflower, almond flour, and psyl…
4 net10 total6 fibre12 protein25 fat320 kcal
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Rahmwirsing mit Speck
Creamed Savoy Cabbage with Bacon
Savoy cabbage braised in a rich, creamy sauce, often made with heavy cream and typically includes diced bacon …
4 net10 total6 fibre12 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Wirsinggemüse mit Speck
Braised Savoy Cabbage with Bacon
A hearty and flavorful German side dish featuring savoy cabbage braised until tender, often with bacon or smok…
4 net7 total3 fibre12 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Gemischter Salat (Ohne Croutons, Essig-Öl Dressing)
Mixed Green Salad (No Croutons, Oil & Vinegar Dressing)
A basic mixed green salad often found as a side dish in German restaurants. It typically includes various lett…
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
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Grüne Bohnen mit Speck
Green Beans with Bacon
A simple yet flavorful side dish of blanched or steamed green beans, sautéed with crispy bacon pieces and ofte…
5 net10 total5 fibre10 protein28 fat320 kcal
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Handkäse mit Musik (Sour Milk Cheese with Onions)
Hessian Sour Milk Cheese with Onions, Oil & Vinegar Dressing
A regional specialty from the Hesse region. This pungent sour milk cheese is served cold with a simple dressin…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein25 fat400 kcal
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Kohlrabigemüse mit Dill (Keto-Modifiziert)
Creamed Kohlrabi with Dill (Keto-Modified)
Tender kohlrabi cooked until soft and served in a creamy, dill-infused sauce. Traditionally thickened with flo…
5 net8 total3 fibre4 protein28 fat280 kcal
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Krautsalat (zuckerfrei)
Cabbage Salad (sugar-free dressing)
A refreshing side salad made from finely shredded white cabbage, dressed with oil and vinegar.…
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein25 fat250 kcal
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Sauerkraut (Geschmortes Kraut als Beilage)
Braised Sauerkraut Side Dish (No Sugar Added)
A traditional German side dish of finely shredded, fermented cabbage, slowly braised, often with bacon or lard…
5 net10 total5 fibre5 protein20 fat250 kcal
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Wirsinggemüse
Creamy Braised Savoy Cabbage with Bacon
A traditional German side dish featuring savoy cabbage braised until tender, often with bacon, onions, and som…
5 net10 total5 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Bayrisch Kraut (Zuckerfrei)
Bavarian Cabbage (Sugar-Free, Braised)
Braised white cabbage, often cooked with bacon or pork fat, caraway seeds, and a splash of vinegar. A heartier…
6 net12 total6 fibre10 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Gebratene Champignons mit Kräuterbutter
Fried Mushrooms with Herb Butter
Fresh mushrooms sautéed until golden brown, generously coated in aromatic herb butter. A delicious and natural…
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein32 fat350 kcal
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Großer Grüner Salat mit Öl-Essig-Dressing
Large Green Salad with Oil and Vinegar Dressing
A large mixed green salad, dressed simply with oil and vinegar, suitable as a side or light meal.…
6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein40 fat400 kcal
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Keto Blumenkohl-Salat "Kartoffel Art"
Keto Cauliflower Salad "Potato Style"
A low-carb interpretation of German potato salad, using steamed cauliflower florets instead of potatoes, mixed…
6 net10 total4 fibre12 protein35 fat380 kcal
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Krautsalat mit Schinkenstreifen und Kürbiskernen (Zuckerfrei)
Cabbage Salad with Ham Strips and Pumpkin Seeds (Sugar-Free)
A refreshing and crunchy cabbage salad made with finely shredded white cabbage, mixed with savory ham strips a…
6 net10 total4 fibre18 protein30 fat380 kcal
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Rahmschwammerl (Pilze in Rahmsauce)
Creamy Pan-Fried Mushrooms (Side Dish)
A generous portion of fresh mixed mushrooms, pan-fried until golden, then simmered in a rich, savory heavy cre…
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein38 fat400 kcal
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Rahmwirsing
Creamed Savoy Cabbage
Tender savoy cabbage braised in a rich, creamy sauce, often with crispy bits of bacon or lardons.…
6 net12 total6 fibre12 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Weißer Spargel mit Sauce Hollandaise
White Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
A classic seasonal German dish featuring tender white asparagus spears, gently cooked and generously topped wi…
6 net10 total4 fibre10 protein40 fat450 kcal
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Deftiges Sauerkraut mit Speck
Hearty Braised Sauerkraut with Bacon
A robust preparation of fermented cabbage, slow-cooked with generous amounts of smoked bacon or pork belly, on…
7 net12 total5 fibre20 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Gebratene Champignons mit Kräuter-Knoblauch-Butter
Pan-Fried Mushrooms with Herb Garlic Butter
Sliced mushrooms sautéed in butter with garlic and fresh herbs. A common side dish or light appetizer.…
7 net10 total3 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Gebratene Champignons (Pan-Fried Mushrooms with Herbs)
Pan-Fried Mushrooms with Herbs
Fresh mushrooms (typically button or cremini), pan-fried in butter with garlic and fresh herbs like parsley or…
7 net10 total3 fibre10 protein28 fat300 kcal
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Gebratene Pfifferlinge
Sautéed Chanterelle Mushrooms in Butter
A seasonal delicacy featuring fresh chanterelle mushrooms, simply sautéed in ample butter with onions or shall…
7 net10 total3 fibre8 protein45 fat450 kcal
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Geschmortes Weißkohl-Gemüse mit krossem Speck
Braised White Cabbage with Crispy Bacon
A hearty side dish of tender braised white cabbage, often cooked with onions and caraway seeds, topped with cr…
7 net12 total5 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Krautsalat mit Krossem Speck (Zuckerfrei)
German Coleslaw with Crispy Bacon (Sugar-Free)
Finely shredded white cabbage salad dressed in a tangy vinegar-oil dressing, made keto-friendly without sugar …
7 net12 total5 fibre10 protein40 fat450 kcal
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Gebratene Pfifferlinge mit Petersilie
Pan-fried Chanterelle Mushrooms with Parsley
A seasonal delicacy featuring fresh chanterelle mushrooms, simply sautéed in butter until tender and slightly …
8 net12 total4 fibre10 protein50 fat500 kcal
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Gebratene Pilze mit Petersilie
Pan-Fried Mushrooms with Parsley
A simple yet flavorful side dish or light starter, featuring fresh mushrooms pan-fried in butter with garlic a…
8 net12 total4 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Gemischter Salat (ohne Croutons)
Mixed Green Salad with Oil & Vinegar Dressing
A standard mixed green salad featuring various fresh vegetables. Can be a good accompaniment to any keto meal.…
8 net12 total4 fibre6 protein25 fat300 kcal
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Gemüsepfanne (Keto: Low Carb Vegetables Only)
Pan-Fried Mixed Vegetables (Keto: Low Carb Selection)
A fresh assortment of seasonal low-carb vegetables, such as zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, and broccoli fl…
9 net15 total6 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Rahmschwammerl (Pilzpfanne)
Creamy Mushroom Medley (Side Dish)
A rich and savory medley of various mushrooms (e.g., button, oyster, king oyster) sautéed until tender and the…
9 net12 total3 fibre10 protein45 fat500 kcal
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Zwiebelsuppe (ohne Croutons)
German Onion Soup (Without Croutons)
A savory, rich onion soup, made from slowly caramelized onions simmered in beef or vegetable broth, often topp…
9 net12 total3 fibre15 protein25 fat320 kcal
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Gemüsepfanne (Keto-Freundlich)
Keto Mixed Vegetable Skillet with Herbs & Butter
A hearty pan-fried mix of low-carb vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, zucchini, and mushr…
10 net18 total8 fibre10 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Keto Bratkartoffeln (Sellerie-Basis)
Keto Pan-Fried Potatoes (Celery Root Base)
A low-carb take on the classic German pan-fried potatoes, using diced and roasted celery root (celeriac) inste…
10 net15 total5 fibre10 protein35 fat400 kcal