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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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Ggongchi Gui
Grilled Pacific Saury
Whole Pacific saury grilled to perfection, typically seasoned with just salt. Known for its rich, oily flavor …
Order as-isHigh Protein
0 net0 total0 fibre45 protein25 fat400 kcal
키조개 구이
Grilled Pen Shell (Giant Scallop)
Large, succulent pen shells (a type of giant scallop) grilled in their shell, often with a knob of butter. A p…
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2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
돼지 목살 구이
Grilled Pork Neck
Thick slices of tender pork neck, grilled simply with salt and black pepper. Known for its balanced fat and me…
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2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
Gyukjeon
Pan-fried Egg-Coated Beef Slices
Tender, thin slices of beef, lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, expertly coated in egg, and pan-fried unti…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Saeu Gui
Grilled Shrimp (Salt & Pepper)
Fresh shrimp grilled simply with salt and pepper, often served with a light dipping sauce. A straightforward a…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein15 fat300 kcal
대구 구이
Salt-Grilled Cod
Fresh cod fillet, simply seasoned with salt and grilled until flaky. A naturally keto dish, focusing on the pu…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein25 fat450 kcal
우럭 구이
Salt-Grilled Rockfish
Whole rockfish or fillet, seasoned with salt and grilled until the skin is crispy and the flesh is tender. A s…
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2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein28 fat480 kcal
Samchi Gui
Grilled Mackerel Pike
A popular grilled fish dish, where a whole or filleted mackerel pike is seasoned with salt and grilled until t…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Sannakji
Live Octopus
Freshly chopped live octopus tentacles, typically served with a drizzle of sesame oil and sesame seeds. The te…
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2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein18 fat300 kcal
게찜
Steamed Crab
Whole crabs (commonly snow crab or king crab) steamed until perfectly cooked, highlighting their natural sweet…
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2 net2 total0 fibre80 protein30 fat600 kcal
Al-jjim
Steamed Fish Roe
A soft and fluffy steamed dish made primarily from fish roe (such as pollock roe) and egg, often mixed with a …
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3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein15 fat300 kcal
Ansim Gui
Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Thick slices of premium beef tenderloin, grilled to perfection, usually seasoned simply with salt and pepper. …
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3 net3 total0 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Chaekkeutsal Gui
Grilled Beef Striploin
Well-marbled beef striploin, grilled over charcoal or on a hot plate. Typically seasoned lightly with salt and…
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3 net3 total0 fibre65 protein60 fat800 kcal
Deungsim Gui
Grilled Sirloin or Ribeye
Thick-cut, unmarinated sirloin or ribeye steak grilled over charcoal or on a griddle. Served simply with salt,…
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3 net5 total2 fibre75 protein45 fat700 kcal
건해삼 구이
Grilled Dried Sea Cucumber
Rehydrated and grilled dried sea cucumber, often prized for its unique texture and mild flavor. Usually simply…
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3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein6 fat200 kcal
Keto Saengseon Jeon
Pan-fried Fish Fillets (Egg-battered, Flour-Free)
Delicate white fish fillets (e.g., cod, pollock, hairtail) are seasoned lightly, then coated purely in an egg …
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3 net3 total0 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
Kkotsal Gui
Grilled Boneless Short Rib
Highly marbled boneless short ribs, often called 'flower meat' due to its appearance. Grilled to a tender fini…
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3 net3 total0 fibre60 protein75 fat900 kcal
Saengseon Hoe
Assorted Raw Fish Sashimi
Fresh, thinly sliced raw fish (e.g., rockfish, flounder, tuna) served simply with a sugar-free soy dipping sau…
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3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein15 fat400 kcal
Seolleongtang
Ox Bone Soup
A milky white soup made by slow-simmering ox bones for many hours, resulting in a rich, collagen-infused broth…
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3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
Baeksuk
Plain Boiled Chicken Soup
A whole chicken slowly boiled in water until tender, creating a clear, rich broth. Traditionally served with s…
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4 net5 total1 fibre80 protein40 fat700 kcal
Dwaeji Guk (No Rice)
Pork Soup (No Rice)
A hearty, milky white pork bone broth slow-cooked with tender slices of pork. Often seasoned with salted shrim…
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4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
갈매기살 구이 (Galmaegisal Gui)
Grilled Pork Skirt Meat
Tender, flavorful pork skirt meat, typically grilled at the table. It's naturally low-carb when seasoned simpl…
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4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Gyeran Jjim
Steamed Egg Custard
A popular savory side dish or light meal, consisting of fluffy, soufflé-like steamed eggs often cooked in a ho…
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4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein20 fat350 kcal
키토 닭꼬치 (간장/소금 양념)
Keto Grilled Chicken Skewers (Plain/Soy-Marinated)
Skewered chicken pieces (often chicken thigh for juiciness) grilled until tender and juicy, typically seasoned…
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4 net5 total1 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
Keto Mun-eo Sukhoe (Boiled Octopus Slices with Sugar-Free Dipping Sauce)
Keto Boiled Octopus Slices
Tender boiled octopus slices, thinly cut and served chilled or at room temperature. Prized for its slightly ch…
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4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein10 fat350 kcal
Daktongjip Bokkeum
Chicken Gizzard Stir-fry
A savory stir-fry dish made with chicken gizzards, typically seasoned with garlic, ginger, green onions, and c…
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5 net7 total2 fibre50 protein25 fat420 kcal
Gul Guk
Oyster Soup (No Rice)
A clear and refreshing soup featuring fresh oysters, often with tofu, kelp, and a light seasoning. Served with…
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5 net6 total1 fibre35 protein10 fat280 kcal
Gyeran Mari
Rolled Omelette
A popular banchan (side dish) made by rolling thin layers of cooked egg, often with finely chopped vegetables …
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5 net6 total1 fibre30 protein25 fat350 kcal
Jeonbok Gui
Grilled Abalone
Fresh abalone, typically grilled whole or sliced, often with a knob of butter or simple seasoning like salt. K…
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5 net5 total0 fibre40 protein25 fat400 kcal
Keto Ganjang Saewoo
Soy Sauce Marinated Raw Shrimp (Keto-Modified)
Fresh, raw shrimp meticulously marinated in a cold, umami-rich, and subtly sweet (using keto sweetener) soy-ba…
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5 net6 total1 fibre50 protein15 fat350 kcal
Keto Hwangtae Gui (Grilled Dried Pollack with Sugar-Free Sauce)
Keto Grilled Dried Pollack
Grilled dried pollack, a lean fish with a unique texture and concentrated flavor. The keto version features a …
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5 net6 total1 fibre65 protein10 fat380 kcal
Keto Jeonbok Jjim
Steamed Abalone (Keto-Modified)
Succulent whole abalone, delicately steamed until tender, presented with a refined, savory, and sugar-free soy…
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5 net5 total0 fibre40 protein12 fat300 kcal
Al Ttang
Spicy Fish Roe Stew
A flavorful and spicy stew featuring various fish roe (such as pollock roe), tender tofu, and assorted vegetab…
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6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein30 fat450 kcal
해물모듬
Assorted Raw Seafood Platter with Keto Dipping Sauce
A platter featuring various types of fresh raw or lightly blanched seafood, such as abalone, sea cucumber, oct…
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6 net6 total0 fibre50 protein15 fat400 kcal
Gamjatang (No Potatoes)
Pork Bone Soup (No Potatoes)
A spicy, hearty soup made with simmered pork neck bones, perilla seeds, mushrooms, and various vegetables in a…
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6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein38 fat600 kcal
Keto Eundaegu Jorim (Braised Black Cod with Sugar-Free Sauce)
Keto Braised Black Cod
A braised dish featuring tender black cod fillets simmered in a rich, savory, and often spicy soy-based sauce.…
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6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein25 fat480 kcal
Keto Saengseon Jjim
Steamed Fish with Keto-Friendly Sauce
A whole steamed white fish (e.g., cod, pollock) prepared with a delicate, savory, and sugar-free soy-based sau…
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6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein30 fat600 kcal
키토 장조림 (설탕 무첨가 양념)
Keto Soy-Braised Beef (Sugar-Free Sauce)
Tender, succulent pieces of shredded or cubed beef (often brisket or top round) braised in a rich, savory soy-…
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6 net8 total2 fibre75 protein40 fat700 kcal
키토 새우장 (설탕 무첨가 간장)
Keto Soy-Marinated Shrimp (Sugar-Free Marinade)
Fresh raw shrimp marinated in a savory soy-based sauce. Traditionally, the marinade contains sugar for sweetne…
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6 net7 total1 fibre30 protein8 fat200 kcal
Samgyetang
Unstuffed Ginseng Chicken Soup
A whole young chicken, traditionally stuffed with glutinous rice, jujubes, and ginseng, simmered in a clear, n…
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6 net8 total2 fibre80 protein50 fat800 kcal
Sutbul Dakgui
Charcoal Grilled Chicken with Sugar-Free Marinade
Tender chicken pieces, often thigh meat, grilled over charcoal for a smoky flavor. Typically marinated, but ca…
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6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein40 fat700 kcal
Agujjim (No Starch Thickener)
Spicy Braised Monkfish (No Starch)
A fiery and flavorful braised dish featuring tender monkfish, copious bean sprouts, and fragrant Korean minari…
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7 net12 total5 fibre55 protein28 fat500 kcal
Daegu Jiri
Clear Cod Soup
A light, refreshing, and savory clear soup featuring fresh cod fillets, tofu, and various vegetables like radi…
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7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein25 fat450 kcal
Galbitang
Short Rib Soup
A clear, hearty soup made with slow-cooked beef short ribs, daikon radish, and often garnished with green onio…
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7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
Yukhoe
Korean Beef Tartare
A refined dish of finely julienned raw beef (often top sirloin or tenderloin), typically seasoned with sesame …
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7 net9 total2 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
수육
Boiled Pork Slices with Keto Sides
Tender, slow-boiled pork belly or shoulder slices, typically served with various side dishes (banchan), fresh …
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8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Gul Gui
Grilled Oysters
Fresh oysters, often grilled in their shells until plump and cooked through. Can be served plain, with butter,…
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8 net8 total0 fibre30 protein20 fat350 kcal
Keto Dakjjim
Braised Chicken (Sugar-Free Marinade)
Tender pieces of chicken (often bone-in, skin-on) braised slowly in a rich, savory, and sugar-free soy-based s…
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8 net12 total4 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
키토 양념 게장 (Keto Yangnyeom Gejang)
Keto Spicy Marinated Raw Crab
Fresh raw blue crab marinated in a spicy, savory, and tangy sauce. A delicacy enjoyed for its rich texture and…
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8 net10 total2 fibre50 protein25 fat450 kcal
굴회
Raw Oysters with Keto Dipping Sauce
Fresh raw oysters, a delicacy enjoyed for their briny flavor. Typically served with chili sauce (chojang) or s…
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8 net8 total0 fibre15 protein5 fat150 kcal
Yukgaejang
Spicy Beef Soup (No Noodles)
A spicy, savory soup made with shredded beef, fernbrake (gosari), bean sprouts, green onions, and often egg, i…
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8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
Keto Bulgogi (Sugar-Free Marinade)
Marinated Beef (Keto Style, No Rice)
Thinly sliced beef marinated in a savory, umami-rich soy-based sauce with garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper…
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9 net12 total3 fibre55 protein48 fat700 kcal
Soegogi Muguk
Beef Radish Soup
A light yet hearty clear soup made with tender beef (often brisket or stewing beef) and slices of daikon radis…
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9 net12 total3 fibre40 protein30 fat480 kcal
키토 짬뽕 (면 없음)
Keto Jjampong (Spicy Seafood Soup, No Noodles)
A hearty and spicy Korean seafood soup, traditionally served with wheat noodles. For a keto version, the noodl…
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10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Cheonyeop (천엽)
Raw Beef Omasum
Fresh, thinly sliced raw beef omasum (third stomach), typically served with a simple sesame oil and salt dippi…
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0 net0 total0 fibre30 protein15 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
홍어회
Fermented Skate Sashimi
Thin slices of raw, fermented skate, known for its pungent aroma and unique texture. Typically served plain or…
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0 net0 total0 fibre45 protein15 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Galchi Gui (갈치구이)
Grilled Hairtail
Lightly salted and pan-fried or grilled hairtail fish, cooked until golden and flaky. A simple, naturally keto…
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0 net0 total0 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
열기 구이
Grilled Rockfish
A whole rockfish (Yeolgi, a type of scorpionfish common in Korean cuisine) grilled until crispy on the outside…
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0 net0 total0 fibre70 protein30 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Cheonyeop Hoe (천엽회)
Raw Beef Omasum with Keto Dipping Sauce
Thinly sliced raw beef omasum (one of the four stomachs), known for its unique crunchy and slightly chewy text…
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0 net0 total0 fibre40 protein20 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Nong-eo Gui
Grilled Sea Bass
A whole or filleted sea bass, lightly seasoned with salt and grilled to perfection. A simple preparation that …
Order as-isHigh Protein
0 net0 total0 fibre60 protein30 fat520 kcal