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Korean keto guide

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Korean food
402 dishes146 keto as served126 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Korean cuisine can be adapted to keto with careful menu selection and specific modifications, focusing on protein-rich dishes and avoiding starch and sugar.

Top ingredients

Excellent traditional keto ingredients include grilled meats like samgyeopsal (pork belly) and unmarinated beef, kimchi (in moderation), eggs, and some fresh leafy green banchan.

Danger zones

The primary carb traps are ubiquitous rice, noodles, sugary marinades (e.g., bulgogi, galbi), gochujang-based sauces, and many banchan that contain hidden sugars or starches.

Best for

This cuisine is best for experienced keto dieters comfortable with assertive ordering and those prioritizing high protein and savory, unmarinated grilled meats.

What to drink

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

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14 matching dishes

Miyeok Guk
Seaweed Soup (with Beef)
A comforting and nutritious soup made with tender seaweed and typically beef (brisket or sirloin) in a clear, …
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2 net5 total3 fibre30 protein25 fat350 kcal
Dubu Buchim
Pan-fried Tofu
Firm tofu slices pan-fried until beautifully golden brown, lightly seasoned with salt. A versatile dish often …
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4 net8 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat550 kcal
Gyeran Guk
Egg Drop Soup
A light, savory soup made with beaten eggs streamed into a clear broth (usually anchovy or beef-based), often …
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4 net5 total1 fibre15 protein18 fat250 kcal
Keto Modeum Jeon (Egg-battered Tofu, Mushrooms, and Zucchini)
Assorted Pan-fried Keto Items
A selection of pan-fried ingredients, traditionally coated in a light flour and egg batter. This keto version …
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7 net12 total5 fibre35 protein50 fat650 kcal
Kongbiji Jjigae
Soybean Pulp Stew
A hearty and rustic stew made from ground soybeans (pulp), often cooked with pork, kimchi, and various aromati…
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7 net12 total5 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Dubu Kimchi
Tofu with Kimchi and Pork Belly
A popular dish featuring blanched or pan-fried tofu served alongside stir-fried kimchi with pork belly. The co…
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10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
성게알
Sea Urchin Roe (Uni) Sashimi
Delicate, creamy, and briny sea urchin roe (uni), typically served fresh and raw. A prized delicacy enjoyed fo…
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4 net4 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
참치회
Tuna Sashimi
Premium slices of fresh, raw tuna, meticulously prepared and served chilled. A staple in Korean raw fish estab…
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4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Beoseot Tang
Mushroom Soup
A comforting and earthy soup featuring a variety of fresh mushrooms simmered in a clear, savory broth, often w…
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5 net8 total3 fibre10 protein15 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
두부 순두부 (Dubu Sundubu)
Plain Soft Tofu
Plain, silken soft tofu, typically served hot with a simple soy sauce-based dipping sauce. A clean and versati…
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6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein20 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
콩국 (면 없음)
Cold Soybean Soup (No Noodles)
A refreshing and nutritious cold soup made from puréed soybeans, resulting in a creamy, nutty, and subtly swee…
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7 net15 total8 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Eundaegu Jiri
Clear Black Cod Soup
A clean, refreshing, and non-spicy soup featuring tender black cod (eundaegu), daikon radish, tofu, and variou…
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7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein28 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Gul Ttukbaegi
Oyster Claypot Stew
A hearty, non-spicy stew featuring fresh oysters, firm tofu, daikon radish, green onions, and sometimes shiita…
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7 net10 total3 fibre35 protein30 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Ugeoji Guk
Dried Napa Cabbage Soup (Beef Broth)
A comforting soup featuring tender dried outer leaves of napa cabbage (ugeoji) simmered in a rich beef broth, …
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7 net12 total5 fibre35 protein25 fat400 kcal