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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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27 matching dishes

Godeungeo Gui
Grilled Mackerel
Whole mackerel, lightly salted and grilled until the skin is crispy and the flesh is tender and flaky. A simpl…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net2 total1 fibre45 protein48 fat600 kcal
명란젓 (Myeongran Jeot)
Salted Pollack Roe
A classic Korean fermented side dish made from pollock roe, seasoned lightly with chili powder and sometimes s…
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1 net2 total1 fibre25 protein15 fat250 kcal
Chadolbagi
Grilled Thinly Sliced Brisket
Very thinly sliced beef brisket, prized for its marbling and rich flavor, quickly grilled, often at the table.…
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3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein75 fat850 kcal
Gopchang Gui
Grilled Beef Small Intestines
Beef small intestines, often marinated lightly with salt, garlic, and pepper, then grilled to a crispy exterio…
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3 net3 total0 fibre50 protein68 fat800 kcal
Ori Gui
Grilled Duck
Succulent duck meat, typically sliced and grilled over charcoal or on a hot plate. Often seasoned simply with …
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3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein75 fat900 kcal
Hanjungsal Gui
Grilled Pork Jowl
A premium cut of pork jowl, distinguished by its unique, tender yet chewy texture and rich marbling. It's typi…
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4 net4 total0 fibre80 protein95 fat1150 kcal
Samgyeopsal Gui
Grilled Pork Belly
Thick slices of fresh pork belly, often grilled tableside to a crispy perfection. Typically served simply with…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net7 total3 fibre55 protein85 fat950 kcal
Saeng Galbi Gui
Unmarinated Grilled Beef Short Ribs
Thickly sliced, unmarinated beef short ribs, typically grilled at the table. Served simply with salt, pepper, …
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net6 total1 fibre90 protein120 fat1400 kcal
Kimchi Jjim
Braised Kimchi with Pork Belly
Tender, long-braised aged kimchi with generous slices of fatty pork belly, cooked until incredibly soft and fl…
Order as-isHigh Fat
8 net15 total7 fibre60 protein70 fat850 kcal
Gopchang Jeongol
Beef Intestine Hot Pot
A hearty and flavorful hot pot featuring tender beef intestines (gopchang), various mushrooms, vegetables, and…
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10 net15 total5 fibre90 protein90 fat1200 kcal
KAsoon
우설 구이
Grilled Beef Tongue (Salt Seasoned)
Thinly sliced beef tongue grilled over an open flame, offering a unique rich, tender, and slightly chewy textu…
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0 net0 total0 fibre36 protein49 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
뼈솔구이
Grilled Bone Marrow
Beef bone marrow, often grilled in its bone, resulting in a rich, buttery, and intensely savory delicacy. It's…
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0 net0 total0 fibre15 protein78 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
So Tteoksim Gui
Grilled Beef Tendon/Ligament
Grilled beef tendon or ligament, known for its distinctive chewy and gelatinous texture and rich, savory flavo…
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0 net0 total0 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
천엽구이
Grilled Omasum
Grilled slices of omasum (third stomach chamber of beef), typically seasoned minimally with salt and served wi…
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1 net1 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
우설 숙회
Boiled Beef Tongue
Thinly sliced, tender boiled beef tongue, often served cold or at room temperature. Known for its rich, butter…
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2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Dae-chang Gui
Grilled Beef Large Intestine
Thick, chewy beef large intestine, often marinated simply with salt and pepper or a basic savory marinade, the…
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2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein75 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
전복 버터 구이
Butter-Grilled Abalone
Fresh abalone, typically scored to tenderize, then grilled or pan-fried with a generous amount of butter and m…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
돼지껍데기 구이
Grilled Pork Rind/Skin
Grilled pork skin, a popular chewy and crispy dish, typically seasoned with salt and pepper and served with a …
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein35 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Ogyeopsal Gui
Grilled Five-Layered Pork Belly
Thick slices of five-layered pork belly, distinct from standard samgyeopsal due to the skin layer, are grilled…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
소막창구이
Grilled Beef Abomasum
Beef abomasum (the fourth stomach), grilled to a tender yet chewy texture, often seasoned simply with salt and…
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4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
가리비 구이
Grilled Scallops with Butter and Cheese
Fresh scallops grilled in their shells, often topped with generous amounts of butter, minced garlic, and chees…
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4 net4 total0 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
들깨국
Perilla Seed Soup
A simple, comforting, and nutritious soup made primarily with finely ground perilla seeds (deulkkae), often in…
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4 net8 total4 fibre10 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
아귀간 찜
Steamed Monkfish Liver
Delicate and exceptionally rich monkfish liver, gently steamed until it reaches a silky-smooth, foie gras-like…
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4 net4 total0 fibre25 protein45 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
차돌박이찜
Steamed Beef Brisket Slices
Thin, fatty slices of beef brisket (chadolbagi) are gently steamed, allowing the meat's natural richness to sh…
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4.5 net6 total1.5 fibre39 protein53.5 fat670 kcal
KAsoon
대합 구이 (Daehap Gui)
Grilled Clams with Butter
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring large clams grilled to perfection, often with a knob of butter. The natu…
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5 net5 total0 fibre45 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
과메기
Semi-Dried Herring/Saury
A winter delicacy made from semi-dried Pacific herring or saury, cured through repeated freezing and thawing c…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
버섯들깨탕
Mushroom Perilla Seed Soup
A creamy, hearty, and deeply savory soup made with a variety of fresh mushrooms (such as shiitake, oyster, and…
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6 net12 total6 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal