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Italian keto guide

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Italian food
459 dishes169 keto as served160 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Italian cuisine is easily adaptable for keto dieters willing to make conscious substitutions and avoid traditional carb staples.

Top ingredients

Excellent traditional keto ingredients include olive oil, cured meats (prosciutto, salami), various cheeses (Parmesan, Pecorino, mozzarella), fresh fish, seafood, beef, chicken, eggs, and non-starchy vegetables like spinach, broccoli rabe, zucchini, and eggplant.

Danger zones

The biggest carb traps are pasta, pizza, risotto, bread products, sugary tomato sauces, flour-thickened sauces, and all traditional desserts.

Best for

This cuisine works best for adaptable keto dieters who can focus on meat, fish, cheese, and vegetable-based dishes, avoiding starches and sugars.

What to drink

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

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Anatra al Forno con Erbe Aromatiche (Senza Salsa all'Arancia)
Roasted Duck with Aromatic Herbs (Orange Sauce Omitted)
Crispy-skinned roasted duck, typically a leg or breast, generously seasoned with traditional Italian aromatic …
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1 net1 total0 fibre40 protein70 fat800 kcal
Costoletta di Maiale al Burro e Salvia
Pan-fried Pork Chop with Butter and Sage (without Breading)
A succulent pork chop pan-fried until golden, flavored simply with fresh sage leaves and generous amounts of r…
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1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein63 fat740 kcal
Pancetta Arrotolata e Grigliata
Grilled Rolled Pancetta with Keto Sides
Thick-cut slices of rolled pancetta (Italian cured pork belly) grilled until golden and slightly crispy, highl…
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1 net1 total0 fibre25 protein55 fat600 kcal
Animelle Saltate (Senza Panatura)
Pan-Seared Sweetbreads (Unbreaded)
Sweetbreads (thymus gland), traditionally prepared by blanching, pressing, then pan-searing. Often lightly flo…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
Bollito di Lingua con Olio d'Oliva e Limone (Senza Salsa Verde o Contorni Carboidrati)
Boiled Beef Tongue with Olive Oil and Lemon (No Salsa Verde or Carb Sides)
Tender, thinly sliced boiled beef tongue, served simply with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a wedge o…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Cervello Saltato (Senza Panatura)
Pan-Seared Brains (Unbreaded)
Brains, typically from veal or lamb, prepared by blanching and then pan-searing until tender and slightly cris…
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2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein48 fat580 kcal
Pancia di Maiale Croccante
Crispy Pork Belly with Keto Sides
Slow-cooked and then roasted or pan-fried pork belly, resulting in incredibly tender meat and a wonderfully cr…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein80 fat850 kcal
Sformato di Spinaci con Formaggio
Baked Spinach and Cheese Flan
A savory baked flan or soufflé-like dish, prepared with puréed or finely chopped spinach, eggs, heavy cream, a…
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2 net7 total5 fibre41 protein65 fat810 kcal
Fegatini di Pollo al Burro e Salvia (Senza Crostini)
Chicken Livers with Butter and Sage (No Crostini)
A rich and flavorful dish of pan-fried chicken livers, traditionally sautéed in butter with fresh sage. Often …
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3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
Salsiccia al Mirto (Grigliata) con Contorno Keto
Grilled Myrtle Sausage with Keto Side
A specialty from Sardinia, this robust pork sausage is flavored with myrtle berries and leaves, giving it a un…
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3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein50 fat620 kcal
Baccalà Mantecato
Creamed Cod Spread with Keto Accompaniments
A classic Venetian appetizer, creamy whipped salt cod emulsified with olive oil, garlic, and parsley. Traditio…
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4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein70 fat650 kcal
Bagna Cauda
Piedmontese Warm Anchovy & Garlic Dip (with Keto Vegetables)
A rich, warm dip from Piedmont, traditionally served with raw or lightly cooked vegetables. Made with garlic, …
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4 net8 total4 fibre15 protein75 fat750 kcal
Pancia di Vitello Arrotolata e Farcita (Senza Panatura)
Rolled and Stuffed Veal Belly (No Breading)
A hearty, traditional dish featuring a large piece of veal belly, flattened, filled with a savory mixture of g…
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4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein55 fat700 kcal
Salsiccia al Finocchietto con Contorno di Verdure Keto
Italian Fennel Sausage with Keto Vegetable Side
Authentic Italian pork sausage seasoned generously with fennel, grilled or pan-fried until browned and juicy, …
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4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
Uova strapazzate al tartufo
Scrambled Eggs with Truffle
A luxurious dish featuring creamy scrambled eggs elevated with the distinct aroma and flavor of fresh black tr…
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4 net4 total0 fibre25 protein45 fat500 kcal
Fegato di Vitello al Burro e Salvia
Pan-fried Veal Liver with Butter and Sage
Delicate, thinly sliced veal liver quickly pan-fried to perfection, traditionally with fragrant fresh sage lea…
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5 net5 total0 fibre30 protein50 fat560 kcal
Puntarelle alla Romana con Acciughe
Roman Chicory with Anchovies
A Roman specialty salad made from crisp, bitter chicory shoots (puntarelle) dressed with a pungent sauce of ol…
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5 net10 total5 fibre7 protein35 fat400 kcal
Formaggi Misti con Olive e Noci
Mixed Cheeses with Olives and Nuts
A curated selection of Italian cheeses, ranging from hard to soft, served with a complementary assortment of o…
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6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein60 fat700 kcal
Anatra con Olive
Duck with Olives (Served without Carb Sides)
Duck pieces (often thighs or breast) braised or roasted until tender, cooked in a rich, savory sauce with asso…
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7 net9 total2 fibre45 protein81 fat910 kcal
Cardi al Forno con Besciamella Keto e Parmigiano
Baked Cardoons with Keto Béchamel and Parmesan
Cardoons (a thistle-like vegetable related to artichokes) are par-boiled until tender, then baked in a rich bé…
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7 net12 total5 fibre20 protein50 fat550 kcal
Zucchine alla Scapece (Senza Farina per Fritto)
Marinated Zucchini (Pan-Fried without Flour)
A classic Neapolitan dish featuring zucchini slices that are pan-fried until tender, then marinated in a tangy…
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7 net10 total3 fibre4 protein35 fat380 kcal
Petto d'Anatra al Pepe Verde (Senza Risotto o Patate)
Duck Breast with Green Peppercorn Sauce (Without Risotto or Potatoes)
Crispy-skinned pan-seared duck breast served with a rich, creamy green peppercorn sauce, modified to be served…
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8 net10 total2 fibre55 protein80 fat950 kcal
Maiale al Latte
Pork Cooked in Milk
A traditional, comforting dish where a pork shoulder or loin is slow-cooked in whole milk with aromatics like …
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9 net10 total1 fibre70 protein75 fat950 kcal
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Burro e Alici
Butter and Anchovies
A traditional, simple, yet elegant appetizer of high-quality butter served alongside savory salted anchovy fil…
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0 net0 total0 fibre10 protein41 fat400 kcal
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Agnello Fritto (Senza Impanatura)
Fried Lamb (No Breading)
Succulent pieces or chops of lamb (e.g., small rib chops or shoulder cuts) pan-fried or deep-fried until wonde…
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1 net1 total0 fibre68 protein60 fat825 kcal
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Lardo di Colonnata con Erbe
Cured Lardo with Herbs (Keto, no bread)
Paper-thin slices of Lardo di Colonnata, a highly prized cured pork fat from Tuscany, seasoned with a blend of…
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1 net1 total0 fibre5 protein50 fat480 kcal
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Baccalà Fritto (Senza Impanatura)
Fried Cod (Unbreaded)
Desalted cod (baccalà), cut into succulent pieces, lightly seasoned and then pan-fried or deep-fried in olive …
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2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Capitone Fritto (Keto)
Fried Eel (Keto, No Breading)
A traditional dish, especially enjoyed during holidays in Southern Italy. Fresh eel pieces are simply seasoned…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein60 fat780 kcal
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Cervella Fritte (Senza Panatura)
Fried Calves' Brains (without breading)
A classic Italian offal dish, calves' brains are typically par-boiled, then sliced and pan-fried or shallow-fr…
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2 net2 total0 fibre20 protein70 fat710 kcal
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Porceddu
Sardinian Roast Suckling Pig
A quintessential Sardinian dish, 'Porceddu' is a whole suckling pig, slow-roasted over myrtle wood or aromatic…
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2 net2 total0 fibre80 protein95 fat1200 kcal
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Fegato d'Oca Scottato
Seared Goose Liver (Keto)
A luxurious delicacy, goose liver (foie gras) is pan-seared to a perfect golden crust with a rich, melting int…
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3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein80 fat850 kcal
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Formaggio Fuso con Noci (Senza Pere)
Melted Cheese with Walnuts (No Pears)
A delightful and indulgent appetizer featuring rich, melted Italian cheese (such as Fontina or Taleggio), serv…
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3 net5 total2 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Carbonara Keto (Senza Pasta)
Keto Carbonara (without Pasta, with Guanciale and Egg)
The classic Roman sauce, served without pasta. A rich emulsion of crispy guanciale (cured pork jowl), egg yolk…
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4 net4 total0 fibre50 protein110 fat1200 kcal
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Cotechino (Senza Lenticchie)
Boiled Cotechino Sausage (No Lentils)
A traditional, large, slow-cooked Italian pork sausage known for its rich, fatty texture. Typically served sli…
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4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Filetto di Manzo alla Rossini (Senza Crostino e Contorni Carboidrati)
Beef Fillet Rossini Style (Without Crouton and Carb Sides)
A luxurious and decadent dish featuring a perfectly pan-seared beef fillet, generously topped with a rich slic…
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4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein80 fat1000 kcal
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Frittura di Paranza (Senza Impanatura)
Mixed Fried Seafood (Unbreaded)
A delightful assortment of fresh, small seafood (such as shrimp, calamari, anchovies, or small local fish), li…
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4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
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Panna Cotta (Keto)
Keto Panna Cotta (Cooked Cream Dessert)
A classic Italian dessert, this keto-friendly version features rich, heavy cream gently cooked and thickened w…
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4 net5 total1 fibre5 protein45 fat450 kcal
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Paté di Fegatini di Pollo Toscano (Senza Crostini)
Tuscan Chicken Liver Pâté (Without Crostini)
A rustic and flavorful Tuscan chicken liver pâté, traditionally made with chicken livers, onions, capers, anch…
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4 net6 total2 fibre25 protein48 fat550 kcal
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Caciocavallo Impiccato (Senza Pane)
Hanging Grilled Caciocavallo Cheese (Served Without Bread)
A dramatic Southern Italian specialty where a caciocavallo cheese (a stretched-curd cheese) is hung over an op…
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5 net7 total2 fibre56 protein79 fat950 kcal
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Castelmagno al Forno con Funghi Trifolati (Keto)
Baked Castelmagno Cheese with Sautéed Mushrooms (Keto)
A rich, pungent Castelmagno cheese, baked until gooey and served with savory sautéed wild mushrooms. The mushr…
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5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein75 fat900 kcal
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Costolette d'Agnello in Padella con Rosmarino e Aglio
Pan-Fried Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic (with Keto Sides)
Tender lamb chops, pan-fried to perfection with fresh rosemary and garlic. Cooked in olive oil or butter to a …
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5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Fritto Misto alla Piemontese (Senza Panatura)
Piedmontese Mixed Pan-Fried Meats and Vegetables (No Breading)
A deconstructed version of the traditional Piedmontese 'Fritto Misto,' featuring a selection of quickly pan-fr…
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5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
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Zampone (Senza Lenticchie)
Stuffed Pig's Trotter (Without Lentils)
A traditional, hearty dish, especially popular in Modena and around New Year's. It features a deboned pig's tr…
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5 net5 total0 fibre60 protein75 fat900 kcal
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Formaggio Fuso con Tartufo
Melted Cheese with Truffle
A decadent dish featuring a generous portion of melted cheese (e.g., Fontina, Taleggio, or a local variety) in…
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6 net7 total1 fibre38 protein75 fat850 kcal
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Sformato di Carciofi (Senza Farina)
Artichoke Flan (Flourless)
A delicate and rich savory baked custard or flan crafted from finely pureed artichoke hearts, whisked with egg…
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6 net10 total4 fibre20 protein38 fat450 kcal
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Vellutata di Asparagi (Senza Amido)
Cream of Asparagus Soup (Keto-Style, No Starch)
A luxurious and smooth soup crafted from fresh asparagus, rich vegetable or chicken broth, and heavy cream. Pr…
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6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein38 fat400 kcal
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Filetto al Gorgonzola
Beef Fillet with Gorgonzola Sauce
A pan-seared beef fillet (typically tenderloin or sirloin) served with a rich, creamy Gorgonzola cheese sauce.…
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7 net10 total3 fibre58 protein88 fat950 kcal
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Piedini di Maiale in Umido (Keto)
Braised Pig's Trotters (Keto)
A very traditional, rustic Italian dish of pig's trotters (feet) slow-braised until exceptionally tender in a …
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7 net10 total3 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Sformato di Broccoli e Pecorino (Senza Farina)
Broccoli and Pecorino Flan (Flourless)
A savory baked flan made with puréed broccoli, eggs, heavy cream, and Pecorino Romano cheese, traditionally se…
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7 net12 total5 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Pancetta di Maiale Brasata con Verdure Keto
Braised Pork Belly with Keto Vegetables
Succulent and rich pork belly, slow-braised until exceptionally tender in a flavorful liquid (typically broth,…
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8 net12 total4 fibre40 protein70 fat800 kcal
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Salsiccia e Scamorza in Padella
Pan-fried Sausage and Smoked Scamorza
A rustic and flavorful dish featuring Italian pork sausages pan-fried until browned, then topped with slices o…
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8 net8 total0 fibre60 protein100 fat1170 kcal
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Sarde in Saor (Senza Farina e Uvetta)
Venetian Marinated Sardines with Onions and Pine Nuts (No Flour or Raisins)
A traditional Venetian dish featuring fresh sardines, lightly pan-fried (without flour) and then marinated in …
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8 net10 total2 fibre35 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Baccalà alla Vicentina (Senza Polenta)
Salt Cod Vicenza Style (Without Polenta)
A slow-cooked specialty from the Veneto region. Desalted cod is gently braised in full-fat milk, abundant oliv…
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10 net12 total2 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Fonduta Valdostana (Senza Pane)
Aosta Valley Cheese Fondue (Without Bread)
A rich and creamy cheese fondue from Italy's Aosta Valley, traditionally made with regional Fontina cheese, mi…
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10 net14 total4 fibre56 protein83 fat1050 kcal
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Lasagne con Strati di Zucchine e Carne Ragù (Keto)
Lasagna with Zucchini Layers and Meat Ragù (Keto)
A keto-friendly adaptation of the classic Italian lasagna, using thinly sliced zucchini instead of pasta sheet…
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10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein65 fat850 kcal