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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 …
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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
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 …
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0 net0 total0 fibre60 protein30 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Yeomtong Gui
Grilled Beef Heart
Grilled slices of beef heart, a lean and flavorful cut, often simply seasoned with salt and pepper to highligh…
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0 net0 total0 fibre65 protein25 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
꼬깔 숙회
Boiled Beef Rumen Slices
Thinly sliced beef rumen (the first chamber of a cow's stomach), gently boiled until tender. Served simply wit…
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1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein25 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
삶은 계란
Boiled Eggs
Simple, hard-boiled eggs, often served as a snack, a light meal, or a side dish in various casual settings lik…
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1 net1 total0 fibre12 protein10 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
해삼회
Cold Raw Sea Cucumber
Fresh, raw sea cucumber, thinly sliced and served chilled. Valued for its unique firm, crunchy texture and sub…
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1 net1 total0 fibre20 protein6 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
멍게회
Cold Raw Sea Squirt
A unique Korean delicacy, fresh raw sea squirt (meongge) is served chilled, offering a distinctive briny, slig…
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1 net1 total0 fibre30 protein7 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
소 우금살 구이
Grilled Beef Flank/Brisket Cut
A specific cut of beef (from the flank or brisket area), often grilled for its rich marbling and distinct beef…
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1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
가자미 구이
Grilled Flatfish
Whole flatfish, lightly seasoned with salt and grilled until crispy. A popular and naturally keto-friendly mai…
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1 net2 total1 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
전어 구이
Grilled Gizzard Shad
Whole gizzard shad, a seasonal delicacy, seasoned with salt and grilled until fragrant and tender. Naturally k…
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1 net2 total1 fibre55 protein30 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
금태구이
Grilled Red Tilefish
Red tilefish (geumtae) is a highly prized white fish known for its delicate texture and rich, sweet flavor. It…
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1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein28 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
돔 구이
Grilled Sea Bream
Whole or filleted sea bream, seasoned with salt and grilled until the skin is crispy and the flesh is tender. …
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1 net1 total0 fibre65 protein25 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
굴비구이 (Gulbi Gui)
Grilled Dried Yellow Croaker
Salt-dried and then grilled yellow croaker (gulbi) is a beloved and traditional Korean delicacy. The drying pr…
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1 net1 total0 fibre48 protein25 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
은어 소금구이
Salt-Grilled Sweetfish
Sweetfish (eun-eo) is a prized freshwater fish, typically grilled whole with just a sprinkle of salt. The natu…
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1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein28 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
내장수육
Boiled Offal Slices
Tender, thinly sliced boiled beef or pork offal (e.g., tripe, liver, lungs, intestines). It's typically served…
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2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein20 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Chansil (찬실)
Cold Spleen
A traditional delicacy consisting of blanched and thinly sliced beef spleen, served chilled. It has a distinct…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
닭똥집 구이
Daktongjip Gui (Grilled Chicken Gizzards)
Chicken gizzards, usually simply grilled with salt and pepper, often served as an anju (drinking snack). Known…
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2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein25 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
계란 후라이
Fried Eggs (Side Dish)
Simple pan-fried eggs, typically served sunny-side up or over easy, seasoned with salt and pepper.…
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2 net2 total0 fibre18 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
개불 (Gae Bul)
Spoon Worm Sashimi
A unique Korean delicacy, spoon worms are served raw, sliced into bite-sized pieces. They have a distinctive c…
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2 net2 total0 fibre25 protein10 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
영염 (구이)
Grilled Beef Kidney
Slices of beef kidney, seasoned and grilled. Known for its distinct, robust flavor and firm texture, it's ofte…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
우랑 구이
Grilled Beef Testicles
A less common but prized delicacy, beef testicles are simply seasoned and grilled, offering a rich flavor and …
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2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
민어구이
Grilled Croaker
A whole croaker, generously seasoned with salt and black pepper, then grilled until the skin is crispy and the…
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2 net2 total0 fibre75 protein55 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
첩쌀구이
Grilled Rib Finger Meat
Tender and flavorful beef rib finger meat, a cut found between the rib bones. It's typically simply seasoned w…
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2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
황태구이 (Hwangtae Gui)
Grilled Dried Pollack (Salted Style)
Salt-grilled dried pollack, a common and savory Korean dish. The pollack is often marinated simply in salt, se…
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2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein28 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Ojingeo Hoe
Squid Sashimi
Fresh, raw squid, thinly sliced and served chilled, often with a simple dipping sauce. A refreshing and natura…
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2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein8 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Pyeonyuk (편육)
Sliced Boiled Pork/Beef with Keto Dipping Sauce
Thinly sliced, tender boiled pork or beef, often served cold or at room temperature. A simple yet flavorful di…
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2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
새우회
Raw Shrimp Sashimi
Fresh, raw shrimp, typically served chilled. It highlights the natural sweetness and firm yet delicate texture…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein5 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
꼼장어 구이 (소금 구이)
Salt-Grilled Hagfish/Spiny Eel
Fresh hagfish (or spiny eel) grilled over charcoal or a hot plate. This dish is naturally keto when prepared '…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein20 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Seonji Jjim
Steamed Congealed Ox Blood
A nutrient-dense traditional Korean dish made from congealed ox blood, steamed until firm. It's often served i…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein15 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
꼬막찜
Steamed Cockles
Fresh cockles are quickly steamed until tender, preserving their natural brininess and delicate texture. Serve…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein11 fat290 kcal
KAsoon
양구이 (Yang Gui)
Grilled Beef Tripe (Second Stomach)
Grilled beef tripe (specifically 'yang,' the thick part of the second stomach), often prepared simply by marin…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Yang-kkochi Gui
Grilled Lamb Skewers
Tender pieces of lamb, threaded onto skewers and grilled, typically seasoned with salt, pepper, and sometimes …
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2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Beondegi (번데기)
Steamed Silkworm Pupae
Steamed or boiled silkworm pupae, typically seasoned lightly with salt. A unique and protein-rich snack or app…
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3 net5 total2 fibre40 protein12 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
연포탕
Clear Octopus Soup
A comforting and delicate clear soup featuring tender fresh octopus, simmered gently with a variety of mushroo…
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3 net5 total2 fibre35 protein11.5 fat270 kcal
KAsoon
닭목살구이 (Dalk Moksal Gui)
Grilled Chicken Neck Meat
Tender and juicy chicken neck meat, a less common but prized cut, often grilled over charcoal for a smoky flav…
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3 net3 total0 fibre40 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Dalkttongjip Gui (닭똥집 구이)
Grilled Chicken Gizzards
Chicken gizzards seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then grilled over charcoal or on a griddle until tender…
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3 net4 total1 fibre65 protein25 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Domi-hoe (도미회)
Red Sea Bream Sashimi
Fresh, thinly sliced raw red sea bream, a popular white fish for sashimi. Served chilled with simple accompani…
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3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein15 fat350 kcal