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.
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Gebratenes Fischfilet mit Kräuterbutter
Pan-Fried Fish Fillet with Herb Butter
Fresh fish fillet (such as cod, salmon, or plaice) pan-fried to perfection, served simply with a generous knob…
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Bratwurst mit Senf und Sauerkraut
Grilled Bratwurst with Mustard and Sauerkraut
Grilled or pan-fried German sausage (Bratwurst), typically made from pork or veal, served with tangy sauerkrau…
4 net8 total4 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Spargel mit Sauce Hollandaise und Schinken
Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce and Ham
A highly prized seasonal dish in spring, featuring tender white asparagus spears (Spargel) typically served wi…
5 net10 total5 fibre35 protein70 fat800 kcal
Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut
Grilled Sausage with Sauerkraut
Classic grilled or pan-fried German sausage, typically pork, served alongside tangy, fermented sauerkraut. Thi…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein65 fat800 kcal
Gebratenes Rotbarschfilet mit Buttergemüse
Pan-fried Redfish Fillet with Buttered Vegetables
A tender fillet of redfish (Rotbarsch) pan-fried until golden, served with a generous side of buttered low-car…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Sauerkraut mit Kassler und Bratwurst
Sauerkraut with Smoked Pork and Bratwurst
A hearty German classic featuring naturally fermented cabbage (sauerkraut) braised with smoked pork (Kassler) …
6 net12 total6 fibre70 protein90 fat1100 kcal
Gegrillter Lachs mit Keto-Gemüse
Grilled Salmon with Keto Vegetables
A perfectly grilled salmon fillet, rich in omega-3s, served with a selection of sautéed or steamed low-carb ve…
7 net12 total5 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Spargel mit Sauce Hollandaise und Kochschinken
White Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce and Cooked Ham
A quintessential seasonal German dish featuring tender, steamed white asparagus spears, generously topped with…
7 net12 total5 fibre35 protein68 fat800 kcal
Wurstsalat
German Sausage Salad
A refreshing and savory salad made with thinly sliced cooked sausage (often Lyoner or Bierwurst), finely slice…
8 net10 total2 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Steckerlfisch
Grilled Fish on a Stick
A Bavarian specialty, typically mackerel or whitefish, seasoned and slowly grilled over an open flame while sk…
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
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Brathähnchen
Half Roasted Chicken (No Potatoes or Bread)
A succulent half or whole chicken, seasoned simply and roasted until the skin is golden brown and crispy, with…
2 net3 total1 fibre80 protein55 fat800 kcal
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Dorschleber auf Radieschen-Carpaccio
Cod Liver on Radish Carpaccio
A refined appetizer or light dish featuring rich, creamy cod liver (often preserved in its own oil), elegantly…
2 net3 total1 fibre15 protein58 fat600 kcal
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Eier im Glas mit Speckwürfeln und Schnittlauch
Eggs in a Glass with Bacon Bits and Chives
A comforting and elegant breakfast or brunch dish consisting of softly cooked eggs (often coddled or gently ba…
2 net2 total0 fibre20 protein28 fat350 kcal
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Gebratener Karpfen mit Speck
Pan-fried Carp with Bacon
Fresh carp fillets pan-fried to a crispy perfection with savory bacon pieces. A traditional, naturally low-car…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
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Gefüllte Eier
Deviled Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs halved, with a creamy, seasoned yolk filling. A classic German cold appetizer or snack, natur…
2 net2 total0 fibre13 protein19 fat220 kcal
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Gegrilltes Hähnchen / Ente
Whole Roasted Chicken or Duck (Hendl/Ente)
A popular beer garden staple, especially "Hendl" (roast chicken), slow-roasted to perfection, often seasoned s…
2 net2 total0 fibre80 protein85 fat1100 kcal
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Geröstetes Knochenmark mit Kräuterbutter
Roasted Bone Marrow with Herb Butter
Rich, unctuous roasted beef bone marrow, typically served in its bone, topped with a flavorful herb butter. A …
2 net2 total0 fibre15 protein70 fat700 kcal
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Kochschinken mit frisch geriebenem Meerrettich
Cooked Ham Slices with Freshly Grated Horseradish (No Bread)
A simple yet flavorful appetizer featuring thinly sliced cooked ham (Kochschinken), often served cold, accompa…
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
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Schwarzwälder Schinken mit Essiggurken
Black Forest Ham with Pickles
Thinly sliced, dry-cured, and smoked Black Forest ham, typically served as an appetizer with gherkins (pickles…
2 net3 total1 fibre30 protein25 fat350 kcal
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Soleier (Gekochte Eier in Salzlake)
Pickled Brined Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs traditionally pickled in a salt brine, often served simply with a drizzle of oil, a splash of…
2 net2 total0 fibre24 protein20 fat280 kcal
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Spiegelei mit Speck
Fried Eggs with Bacon
A simple yet satisfying dish of perfectly fried eggs (Spiegeleier) served alongside crispy fried bacon (Speck)…
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Steckerlfisch (Makrele) mit Kräuterbutter
Grilled Mackerel with Herb Butter
A whole mackerel, traditionally spitted and grilled over an open flame until the skin is wonderfully crispy an…
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Zanderfilet unter Kräuter-Käse-Kruste
Pike-perch Fillet with Herb-Cheese Crust
Fresh Zander (pike-perch) fillet baked or pan-fried with a savory crust made from fresh herbs, Parmesan cheese…
2 net4 total2 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Ahle Wurst Teller mit Essiggurken und Senf
Ahle Wurst Platter with Pickles and Mustard (No Bread)
A platter featuring authentic Ahle Wurst, a firm, aged, air-dried sausage from Northern Hesse, traditionally m…
3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
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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Geräucherter Aal mit Rührei
Smoked Eel with Scrambled Eggs
A North German delicacy featuring tender, richly flavored smoked eel fillets served alongside generously butte…
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein68 fat800 kcal
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Hackepeter
German Steak Tartare (Raw Minced Pork)
Freshly minced raw pork, seasoned generously with salt and pepper, typically served chilled with raw onion rin…
3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Handkäse mit Musik
Sour Milk Cheese with Marinated Onions (No Bread)
A traditional Hessian delicacy featuring Handkäse, a firm, pungent sour milk cheese, marinated in a simple dre…
3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein20 fat300 kcal
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Makrele vom Grill mit Kräuterbutter und Blattsalat
Grilled Mackerel with Herb Butter and Green Salad
Fresh mackerel, seasoned and grilled to perfection, served with a generous dollop of aromatic herb butter and …
3 net5 total2 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Presssack (Rot) mit Essig und Öl
Red Head Cheese with Vinegar and Oil
A traditional Bavarian cold cut, Red Head Cheese (Presssack) is a rich terrine made from seasoned pork meat an…
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein35 fat480 kcal
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Schinkenröllchen mit Meerrettich-Füllung
Ham Rolls with Horseradish Filling
Thin slices of cooked or cured ham rolled around a creamy, tangy filling of cream cheese, horseradish, and fre…
3 net4 total1 fibre25 protein20 fat300 kcal
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Ahle Wurst (Käseplatte)
Hessian Hard-Cured Sausage & Cheese Platter
A rustic platter showcasing slices of traditional Hessian air-dried hard-cured pork sausage (Ahle Wurst or Str…
4 net6 total2 fibre55 protein65 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Forellen-Mousse auf Gurkenscheiben
Trout Mousse on Cucumber Slices
A light and airy mousse made from smoked trout, blended with cream cheese and herbs, served elegantly on crisp…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein35 fat450 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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Gebratener Speck mit Rührei und Gewürzgurken
Fried Bacon with Scrambled Eggs and Gherkins
A simple yet satisfying German breakfast or light meal, featuring crispy fried bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, a…
4 net6 total2 fibre28 protein46 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Gebratener Stint mit Zitronenbutter und Blattsalat
Pan-Fried Smelt with Lemon Butter and Green Salad
A Northern German specialty, featuring small, whole smelt (Stint) pan-fried until crispy, served with a rich l…
4 net7 total3 fibre35 protein55 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Gebratenes Lachsfilet
Pan-Fried Salmon Fillet with Butter and Green Beans
A delicious and naturally keto-friendly dish featuring a pan-fried salmon fillet, often served with butter and…
4 net7 total3 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
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Gegrilltes Lammkarree mit Rosmarinjus und Grünem Spargel
Grilled Rack of Lamb with Rosemary Jus and Green Asparagus
A classic grilled rack of lamb, often seasoned with rosemary and garlic, served with a simple rosemary jus. Ac…
4 net8 total4 fibre70 protein90 fat1100 kcal
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Gegrilltes Steak mit Kräuterbutter und Gemüse
Grilled Steak with Herb Butter and Sautéed Vegetables
A classic grilled steak (e.g., Rumpsteak, Filetsteak) served with a generous dollop of flavorful herb butter. …
4 net7 total3 fibre70 protein75 fat950 kcal
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Gekochter Schinken mit Spiegelei und Gurken
Boiled Ham with Fried Egg and Pickles
A straightforward and satisfying dish featuring thick slices of tender boiled ham topped with perfectly fried …
4 net6 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Geräucherte Entenbrust mit Meerrettich-Sahne
Smoked Duck Breast with Horseradish Cream
Slices of intensely flavored smoked duck breast, often prepared as a cold cut, served with a creamy, sharp hor…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
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Geräucherter Saibling auf Blattsalat mit Meerrettich-Dill-Dressing
Smoked Alpine Char on Green Salad with Horseradish-Dill Dressing
Flaky, delicately smoked Alpine char fillet, artfully arranged on a fresh bed of mixed green lettuce, drizzled…
4 net8 total4 fibre35 protein45 fat550 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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Leberkäse (ohne Brötchen)
Bavarian Baked Meatloaf (No Bread)
A thick slice of finely ground, baked meatloaf (despite the name, it usually contains no liver, primarily pork…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Leberkäse Überbacken mit Käse und Spiegelei
Baked Meatloaf with Melted Cheese and Fried Egg
A thick slice of traditional Bavarian Leberkäse (finely ground, baked meatloaf of beef and pork) baked until h…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein58 fat780 kcal
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Limburger Käse mit Zwiebelringen (Ohne Brot)
Limburger Cheese with Onion Rings (Without Bread)
A plate of strong-smelling, distinct Limburger cheese (a semi-hard, surface-ripened cheese) served cold with f…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Pochiertes Zanderfilet mit Dillrahmsoße
Poached Pike-Perch Fillet with Creamy Dill Sauce
Delicate pike-perch (Zander) fillet gently poached in a flavorful broth, served with a rich, creamy sauce gene…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 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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Schwarzwälder Schinken mit Spargelröllchen
Black Forest Ham with Asparagus Rolls (Keto-Friendly)
A regional delicacy featuring thinly sliced, intensely smoky Black Forest ham (Schwarzwälder Schinken), often …
4 net7 total3 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Weißwürste mit Senf
Bavarian White Sausages with German Mustard
Traditional Bavarian boiled white sausages (veal and pork), often served warm in water, accompanied by mustard…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 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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Zungenwurst mit Senf und Essiggurken
Tongue Sausage with Mustard and Pickles (Keto-Friendly)
A traditional German sausage, often sliced and served cold or pan-fried, distinguished by visible pieces of cu…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Elsässer Wurstsalat
German Sausage Salad with Cheese and Pickles
A refreshing and savory salad featuring thinly sliced cooked sausage (e.g., Lyoner), strips of Emmental cheese…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein60 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Gebratene Champignons mit Speck
Pan-fried Mushrooms with Bacon
A simple yet delicious side dish featuring earthy mushrooms sautéed in butter or fat with crispy bits of bacon…
5 net7 total2 fibre15 protein40 fat450 kcal
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Gebratene Gänseleber mit Schmorgurken (Keto)
Pan-Fried Goose Liver with Braised Cucumbers (Keto)
Delicately pan-fried goose liver, rich and luxurious, known for its distinct flavor profile. Served with tende…
5 net7 total2 fibre30 protein70 fat800 kcal
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Gebratenes Lachsfilet mit Brokkoli und Kräuterbutter
Pan-fried Salmon Fillet with Broccoli and Herb Butter
A perfectly pan-fried salmon fillet, rich in omega-3s, generously topped with a dollop of flavorful herb butte…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Gebratenes Rinderfilet mit Speckbohnenbündchen und Kräuterbutter
Pan-Seared Beef Tenderloin with Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans and Herb Butter (Keto)
A perfectly pan-seared beef tenderloin steak, served with bundles of fresh green beans wrapped in crispy, savo…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein60 fat800 kcal
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Gefüllte Champignonköpfe mit Hackfleisch
Stuffed Mushroom Caps with Minced Meat
Large mushroom caps (e.g., Portobello) hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of seasoned minced meat (…
5 net8 total3 fibre30 protein28 fat400 kcal
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Gefülltes Schweinefilet mit Pilzen und Speck (ohne Beilagen)
Pork Tenderloin Stuffed with Mushrooms and Bacon (without Sides)
An elegant German main course featuring tender pork tenderloin carefully slit and stuffed with a savory mixtur…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein55 fat780 kcal
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Gegrillte Hähnchenbrust mit Keto Beilagen
Grilled Chicken Breast with Keto Sides
A plain, tender chicken breast grilled or pan-fried, prepared simply with olive oil or butter. This dish is de…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein40 fat680 kcal