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Indian food
286 dishes87 keto as served133 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Indian cuisine offers many keto-friendly protein and fat bases, but requires careful navigation to avoid ubiquitous carb traps.

Top ingredients

Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various meats (chicken, lamb, goat, fish), paneer, eggs, ghee, coconut milk, and low-carb vegetables like spinach, cauliflower, and eggplant.

Danger zones

Beware of all breads (naan, roti), rice, lentils (dal), chickpeas, potatoes, sugary marinades, starchy curry thickeners, and fried snacks like pakoras or samosas.

Best for

This cuisine is best for high-protein, high-fat keto dieters who enjoy rich flavors and are adept at modifying restaurant orders.

What to drink

Drinks you will see at Indian restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.

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Amritsari Fish Fry (Keto, Almond Flour Crusted)
Keto Spiced Fried Fish with Almond Flour Coating
Marinated fish fillets (such as cod or basa) coated lightly with an almond flour mixture and shallow-fried unt…
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4 net7 total3 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
Tawa Fish Fry
Pan-Fried Marinated Fish Fillets (no carb coating)
Fish fillets (e.g., Pomfret, Kingfish, Sole) marinated in a spicy blend of ginger-garlic, chili, turmeric, and…
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5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat580 kcal
Bombil Fry (Keto Modified, no flour coating)
Bombay Duck Fry (Keto Modified, no flour coating)
Bombay Duck (Bombil) is a type of lizardfish, known for its soft bones and delicate flavor. In this keto versi…
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6 net8 total2 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
Kashmiri Yakhni (Lamb)
Yogurt-Braised Lamb Curry
Aromatic and mildly spiced Kashmiri lamb curry characterized by its creamy, white yogurt-based gravy. Tender l…
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6 net7 total1 fibre40 protein48 fat620 kcal
Keto Chaat (Radish & Cucumber Base)
Keto Indian Salad with Spices
A refreshing and tangy Indian-spiced 'salad' reimagined for keto. Made with crisp radish and cucumber slices, …
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6 net10 total4 fibre4 protein10 fat150 kcal
Malabar Fish Curry (Keto Modified)
Keto South Indian Coconut Fish Curry
A fragrant and tangy fish curry from the Malabar coast, featuring firm white fish cooked in a rich, creamy coc…
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6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein55 fat650 kcal
Mutton Nihari (Keto Modified)
Slow-Cooked Mutton Stew (Keto)
A rich, slow-cooked mutton stew, traditionally served as a breakfast dish. Made with tender mutton pieces cook…
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6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Chicken Cafreal (Keto Modified)
Goan Green Masala Chicken (Keto Modified)
A flavorful Goan specialty where chicken pieces are marinated in a vibrant green paste of fresh coriander, gre…
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7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
Galouti Kebab (Keto Modified, with almond flour/paneer binder)
Melt-in-Mouth Lamb Kebab (Keto Modified)
Traditionally known for its melt-in-the-mouth texture, this keto version uses finely minced lamb, intensely sp…
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7 net12 total5 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Gosht Kali Mirch
Black Pepper Lamb Fry (Dry)
A semi-dry or dry preparation of tender lamb (gosht) cooked predominantly with freshly crushed black pepper (k…
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7 net10 total3 fibre48 protein52 fat680 kcal
Hyderabadi Shikampuri Kebab (Keto Modified, with almond flour/paneer binder)
Stuffed Lamb Patties (Keto)
A regal Hyderabadi kebab, traditionally made from finely minced lamb, often stuffed with a creamy yogurt and o…
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7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Keto Prawn Koliwada (Almond Flour)
Keto Deep-Fried Prawns Koliwada (Almond Flour Crusted)
Succulent prawns coated in a vibrant red, spiced almond flour batter (instead of traditional chickpea flour) a…
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7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein45 fat580 kcal
Mangalorean Ghee Roast Chicken
Spicy Ghee Roasted Chicken (Dry)
A fiery and fragrant dry chicken preparation from Mangalore, Karnataka. Chicken pieces are marinated and then …
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7 net10 total3 fibre48 protein55 fat700 kcal
Mutton Ghee Roast (Keto Modified)
Keto Spicy Lamb Roasted in Ghee
A fiery and aromatic dish from Karnataka, featuring succulent pieces of mutton slow-roasted in generous amount…
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7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein70 fat850 kcal
Achari Gobi (Dry, Keto Modified)
Pickled Cauliflower Stir-fry (dry, no potato)
A piquant and flavorful dry preparation of cauliflower, infused with pickling spices (achari masala) like must…
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8 net13 total5 fibre7 protein30 fat380 kcal
Baingan Sabzi (Dry)
Dry Eggplant Stir-fry (without potatoes)
A simple and flavorful dry stir-fry of diced eggplant (brinjal), cooked with onions, tomatoes, ginger-garlic p…
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8 net15 total7 fibre4 protein20 fat270 kcal
Chicken Tikka
Spicy Grilled Chicken Tikka (no carb sides)
Boneless chicken pieces marinated in yogurt and a robust blend of red chili, ginger-garlic, and garam masala, …
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8 net10 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat700 kcal
Keto Lamb Shami Kebab
Pan-Fried Lamb Patties (Keto Modified)
Spiced, pan-fried patties made from minced lamb, herbs, and spices. Traditionally contains chana dal (split ch…
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8 net12 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat580 kcal
Keto Malai Methi Paneer
Creamy Fenugreek and Indian Cheese
A rich and creamy vegetarian dish featuring paneer (Indian cheese) cooked with fresh fenugreek leaves (methi),…
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8 net12 total4 fibre30 protein40 fat520 kcal
Lamb Vindaloo (Keto Modified, No Potatoes)
Spicy Vinegar-Marinated Lamb Curry (without potatoes)
A famously hot and tangy Goan curry, where tender lamb is slow-cooked in a rich, vibrant sauce made with vineg…
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8 net10 total2 fibre42 protein45 fat600 kcal
Lauki Sabzi (Dry)
Dry Bottle Gourd Stir-fry (without potatoes)
A simple and light dry stir-fry of bottle gourd (lauki), cooked with minimal spices, often tempered with cumin…
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8 net12 total4 fibre4 protein18 fat250 kcal
Mutton Chaap (Dry/Semi-Dry)
Spiced Lamb Rib Chops
Tender lamb rib chops, marinated in yogurt and spices, then slow-cooked or pan-fried until succulent, typicall…
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8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
Prawn Masala (Dry/Semi-Dry)
Spiced Dry Prawns
Succulent prawns cooked with a robust blend of Indian spices, onions, and tomatoes, reduced to a thick, flavor…
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8 net11 total3 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
Sarson ka Saag
Mustard Greens (No Makki Roti)
A classic Punjabi winter dish made primarily from mustard greens (sarson) along with other leafy greens like s…
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8 net18 total10 fibre10 protein40 fat450 kcal
Chapli Kebab (Keto Modified, no flour binder)
Spicy Minced Meat Patties (Keto Modified)
Large, flat, and spicy minced meat patties (typically beef or mutton), originating from Pashtun cuisine. The k…
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9 net13 total4 fibre55 protein60 fat750 kcal
Chicken Angara
Smoked Chicken Curry (Dry/Semi-Dry)
A deeply flavorful and aromatic smoked chicken dish, typically served semi-dry or in a thick, rich gravy. The …
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9 net13 total4 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Goan Fish Curry (Keto Modified)
Tangy Coconut Fish Curry (without rice)
A vibrant and tangy fish curry from Goa, featuring a rich coconut milk base, kokum (or tamarind for tang), and…
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9 net12 total3 fibre40 protein45 fat580 kcal
Keto Chicken 65 (Almond Flour)
Keto Deep-Fried Chicken 65 (Almond Flour Crusted)
Spicy and tangy deep-fried chicken bites, traditionally made with cornstarch or rice flour, but modified for k…
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9 net12 total3 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
Keto Gobi Manchurian (Cauliflower in Spicy Sauce)
Pan-Fried Cauliflower in Keto Manchurian Sauce
A keto-friendly version of the popular Indo-Chinese dish. Cauliflower florets are lightly pan-fried or air-fri…
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9 net15 total6 fibre8 protein38 fat450 kcal
Mirchi ka Salan (Keto Modified)
Keto Green Chili and Peanut Curry
A Hyderabadi special, this unique curry features large green chilies cooked in a rich, tangy, and spicy gravy …
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9 net15 total6 fibre10 protein38 fat420 kcal
Patta Gobhi Sabzi (Dry)
Dry Cabbage Stir-fry (without potatoes)
A wholesome and crunchy dry preparation of cabbage stir-fried with onions and tempered with mustard seeds and …
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9 net14 total5 fibre5 protein19 fat260 kcal
Paya Curry
Goat/Lamb Trotters Stew
A traditional, slow-cooked stew made from goat or lamb trotters (feet), celebrated for its rich, gelatinous te…
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9 net12 total3 fibre55 protein55 fat700 kcal
Pomfret Recheado Fry (Keto Modified)
Goan Stuffed & Fried Pomfret (Keto Modified)
A whole pomfret fish deeply scored and generously stuffed with a spicy, tangy Goan Recheado masala, made from …
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9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
Prawn Moilee
Kerala-style Coconut Prawn Curry (without carb sides)
A mild and fragrant curry from Kerala, featuring succulent prawns cooked in a rich coconut milk gravy with gin…
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9 net12 total3 fibre35 protein55 fat680 kcal
Raan
Slow-Cooked Leg of Lamb (without carb sides)
A whole leg of lamb, marinated in a rich blend of yogurt and aromatic spices, then slow-cooked or roasted to f…
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9 net12 total3 fibre75 protein95 fat1200 kcal
Bharwan Baingan (Keto Modified)
Stuffed Baby Eggplant Curry (Keto Modified)
Small eggplants slit and stuffed with a spiced mixture, then cooked in a gravy or pan-fried. The stuffing is m…
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10 net18 total8 fibre15 protein38 fat450 kcal
Chicken Do Pyaza (Keto Modified)
Keto Chicken with Double Onion Gravy
Tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich, savory gravy characterized by the generous use of onions cooked in two…
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10 net14 total4 fibre55 protein48 fat680 kcal
Crab Masala
Spicy Crab Stir-Fry/Curry
Fresh crab cooked in a robust, spicy, and aromatic masala, often with a semi-dry consistency. The flavors typi…
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10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Egg Curry (Keto Modified)
Boiled Egg Curry (Low Carb Gravy)
Hard-boiled eggs simmered in a flavorful Indian gravy, traditionally made with onions and tomatoes. The keto v…
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10 net14 total4 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
Kadai Paneer (Keto Modified)
Stir-Fried Paneer with Bell Peppers (reduced onion/tomato)
A popular North Indian dish featuring cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) stir-fried with bell peppers (ca…
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10 net14 total4 fibre30 protein50 fat630 kcal
Karela Gosht
Bitter Melon with Lamb/Goat
A unique and flavorful dish combining bitter melon (karela) with tender pieces of lamb or goat meat. The bitte…
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10 net16 total6 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Keto Kanda Bhaji (Almond Flour)
Keto Onion Fritters (Almond Flour Crusted)
A keto-friendly rendition of the popular Indian onion fritters. Thinly sliced onions are mixed with a spiced a…
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10 net15 total5 fibre10 protein35 fat380 kcal
Keto Lamb Kofta Curry
Keto Spiced Lamb Meatball Curry
Flavorful minced lamb meatballs (kofta) prepared with keto-friendly binders, simmered in a rich, aromatic grav…
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10 net14 total4 fibre48 protein65 fat780 kcal
Mushroom Do Pyaza
Mushrooms with Double the Onions
A popular semi-dry or gravy dish featuring mushrooms cooked with two types or two quantities of onions (hence …
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10 net15 total5 fibre10 protein25 fat350 kcal
Mushroom Masala (Dry)
Dry Mushroom Stir-Fry
A savory dry stir-fry of mushrooms cooked with a blend of Indian spices, ginger, garlic, and minimal onion and…
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10 net15 total5 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal
Mutton Handi
Slow-Cooked Mutton Curry in Clay Pot
Tender pieces of mutton slow-cooked in a traditional clay pot ('handi') with a rich, aromatic gravy made from …
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10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein55 fat700 kcal
Rara Gosht (Keto Modified)
Lamb Chunks and Minced Lamb Curry (Keto Modified)
A rich North Indian curry featuring both tender pieces of lamb and minced lamb (keema) cooked in a thick, spic…
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10 net14 total4 fibre60 protein55 fat720 kcal
Saag Gosht
Lamb with Creamy Spinach (no carb sides)
A rich and hearty curry featuring tender pieces of lamb cooked in a vibrant, spiced spinach gravy, often made …
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10 net18 total8 fibre55 protein65 fat780 kcal
Tori Sabzi (Ridge Gourd Curry, Keto Modified)
Ridge Gourd Stir-Fry (Keto Modified)
A simple and nutritious preparation of ridge gourd (tori/turai), often cooked with minimal spices, onions, and…
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10 net18 total8 fibre6 protein30 fat380 kcal
Achari Baingan (Keto Modified)
Pickled Eggplant Curry (Keto Modified)
Baby eggplants (or larger ones cut) cooked in a pungent, tangy, and spicy masala featuring pickling spices lik…
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11 net20 total9 fibre7 protein35 fat420 kcal
Achari Chicken
Pickled Spice Chicken Curry (no carb sides)
Chicken pieces cooked in a tangy and pungent gravy flavored with a unique blend of traditional pickling spices…
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11 net15 total4 fibre55 protein55 fat720 kcal
Dahi Bhindi
Okra in Yogurt Gravy
Fresh okra pods stir-fried and then simmered in a tangy and creamy yogurt-based gravy, flavored with tempering…
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11 net18 total7 fibre18 protein40 fat500 kcal
Egg Bhurji
Indian Scrambled Eggs
Fluffy scrambled eggs cooked Indian style with finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, ginger, and a m…
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11 net15 total4 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
Laal Maas
Fiery Rajasthani Lamb Curry (without carb sides)
A very spicy and rich curry from Rajasthan, made with tender lamb pieces cooked in a fiery sauce of dried red …
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11 net15 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Mutton Chops Masala
Pan-fried Lamb Chops in Spicy Masala (no carb sides)
Tender lamb chops slow-cooked or pan-fried with a rich, aromatic blend of whole and ground spices, often resul…
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11 net15 total4 fibre60 protein75 fat820 kcal
Mutton Rogan Josh (Keto Modified)
Slow-Cooked Lamb Curry (Keto Modified, No Starch)
A rich, aromatic lamb curry originating from Kashmir, featuring tender lamb pieces slow-cooked in a spicy, fla…
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11 net15 total4 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Nargisi Kofta Curry (Keto Modified)
Keto Egg-Stuffed Meatball Curry
Hard-boiled eggs encased in a seasoned minced lamb mixture (kofta, with keto-friendly binders), fried until go…
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11 net16 total5 fibre55 protein80 fat900 kcal
Parsi Sali Boti (Keto Modified)
Parsi Lamb Stew with Crispy Keto Strips
A classic Parsi dish featuring tender lamb pieces cooked in a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet tomato-onion gra…
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11 net16 total5 fibre48 protein55 fat680 kcal
Tawa Paneer (Keto Modified)
Griddle-Fried Paneer with Bell Peppers
Cubes of paneer (Indian cheese) stir-fried on a tawa (griddle) with vibrant bell peppers, minimal onions and t…
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11 net15 total4 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
Chicken Kali Mirch (Gravy)
Black Pepper Chicken Gravy
A rich and creamy chicken dish where chicken pieces are cooked in a savory gravy dominated by the pungent flav…
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12 net16 total4 fibre58 protein55 fat720 kcal