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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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42 matching dishes

Doraji Namul (Keto Modified Bellflower Root Salad)
Keto Bellflower Root Salad
A unique Korean side dish made from blanched and seasoned bellflower roots, known for their slightly bitter an…
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3 net7 total4 fibre2 protein15 fat180 kcal
키토 깻잎장아찌 (설탕 무첨가)
Keto Marinated Perilla Leaves (Sugar-Free)
A popular banchan made from perilla leaves (similar to shiso) marinated in a savory and often slightly sweet s…
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3 net5 total2 fibre2 protein6 fat80 kcal
Keto Geopjeori
Fresh Kimchi Salad (Sugar-Free)
A fresh, unfermented kimchi salad made with napa cabbage, seasoned with chili flakes (gochugaru), garlic, fish…
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4 net8 total4 fibre5 protein10 fat150 kcal
Keto Oi Muchim
Spicy Cucumber Salad (No Sugar)
Crisp cucumbers are sliced and tossed in a vibrant, tangy, and spicy dressing. This refreshing banchan feature…
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5 net7 total2 fibre2 protein6 fat80 kcal
Kimchi Bokkeum (Sugar-Free)
Stir-fried Kimchi (No Added Sugar)
Fermented kimchi stir-fried with a touch of oil, garlic, and sometimes pork belly for added flavor. This keto-…
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5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein18 fat200 kcal
Keto Buchu Jeon
Garlic Chive Pancake (Flour-Free)
A savory Korean pancake made predominantly with fresh garlic chives (buchu) and an egg-based binder, pan-fried…
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6 net10 total4 fibre15 protein30 fat350 kcal
Keto Mu Saengchae
Spicy Radish Salad (Keto-Modified)
A vibrant and crunchy salad made from finely shredded Korean radish, seasoned with a spicy, savory, and subtly…
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6 net10 total4 fibre2 protein12 fat150 kcal
Hobak Bokkeum
Stir-fried Zucchini with Shrimp
A simple and refreshing stir-fry featuring Korean zucchini (or similar) and small shrimp, lightly seasoned wit…
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7 net10 total3 fibre20 protein30 fat380 kcal
오이소박이 (Oi Sobagi)
Cucumber Kimchi
Fresh cucumbers slit and stuffed with a spicy filling, then fermented. Offers a refreshing, crisp, and spicy s…
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7 net10 total3 fibre2 protein2 fat70 kcal
깍두기 (Ggakdugi)
Cubed Radish Kimchi
A type of kimchi made with cubed Korean radish, fermented in a spicy and savory brine. Provides probiotics and…
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8 net12 total4 fibre3 protein2 fat80 kcal
키토 버섯볶음 (설탕 무첨가 양념)
Keto Mushroom Stir-fry (Sugar-Free Sauce)
An assortment of fresh mushrooms (such as shiitake, oyster, enoki, or button mushrooms) stir-fried with garlic…
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8 net12 total4 fibre8 protein20 fat250 kcal
키토 가지볶음 (설탕 무첨가 양념)
Keto Eggplant Stir-fry (Sugar-Free Sauce)
Tender eggplant pieces stir-fried with garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, modified to be sugar-free. Eggplant …
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9 net15 total6 fibre5 protein25 fat300 kcal
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초미역
Cho Miyeok (Blanched Seaweed Salad with Keto Dressing)
Blanched fresh seaweed (usually miyeok or dashima) served as a refreshing side dish, dressed with a tangy and …
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2 net5 total3 fibre2 protein6 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
깻잎무침 (Kkaennip Muchim)
Keto Seasoned Perilla Leaf Salad
Fresh perilla leaves gently seasoned with a savory mixture of soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, and often a touch…
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2 net5 total3 fibre3 protein10 fat120 kcal
KAsoon
키토 초롱이 버섯탕 (설탕/전분 무첨가)
Clear Bellflower Mushroom Soup (Keto Modified)
A delicate and clear soup featuring chorongi beoseot (bellflower mushrooms), known for their unique shape and …
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3 net6 total3 fibre8 protein10 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
취나물
Seasoned Aster Greens (Chwinamul)
Tender blanched aster greens, a popular Korean wild vegetable, seasoned with garlic, soy sauce (or coconut ami…
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3 net7 total4 fibre3 protein8 fat120 kcal
KAsoon
Buchu Muchim (부추무침)
Seasoned Chives Salad
A refreshing and aromatic side dish made from fresh chives seasoned with a light soy sauce dressing, sesame oi…
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4 net7 total3 fibre4 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
가지찜
Gaji Jjim (Steamed Eggplant with Keto Sauce)
Lightly steamed eggplant pieces, typically served with a savory, sometimes slightly spicy, soy-based dressing.…
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4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein12 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
키토 가지 구이
Keto Grilled Eggplant
Thick slices of eggplant grilled until tender, typically seasoned with salt and pepper. It's a simple, natural…
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4 net10 total6 fibre3 protein18 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
우거지 나물
Seasoned Dried Napa Cabbage Leaves (Ugeoji Namul)
Blanched and seasoned dried outer leaves of napa cabbage, known for its savory and slightly fibrous texture. A…
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4 net10 total6 fibre5 protein10 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
미나리 무침
Watercress Salad (Keto Modified Dressing)
Fresh Korean watercress (minari), briefly blanched to tenderize, then tossed with a vibrant, savory, tangy, an…
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4 net8 total4 fibre7 protein12 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
Baechu Kimchi
Napa Cabbage Kimchi
The quintessential Korean fermented dish made primarily from napa cabbage, seasoned with gochugaru (chili powd…
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5 net9 total4 fibre3 protein2 fat70 kcal
KAsoon
Gaji Namul (가지나물)
Steamed Eggplant Salad (Sugar-Free Seasoning)
Soft, steamed eggplant pieces seasoned with a savory, umami-rich dressing. A traditional banchan (side dish), …
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5 net10 total5 fibre5 protein15 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
고추장아찌 (Gochu Jangajji)
Keto Pickled Green Chilies
Crisp and tangy pickled green chilies, a popular banchan (side dish). The chilies are marinated in a soy-based…
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5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein0 fat60 kcal
KAsoon
키토 미역줄기볶음
Keto Stir-fried Seaweed Stems (Sugar-Free)
A popular Korean side dish (banchan) featuring rehydrated seaweed stems stir-fried until tender-crisp. Prepare…
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5 net14 total9 fibre3 protein17 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
파무침
Seasoned Scallion Salad (for BBQ)
A refreshing, piquant salad made primarily from thinly sliced green onions, typically served as a banchan (sid…
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5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein12 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
버섯들깨볶음
Stir-fried Mushrooms with Perilla Seeds
A flavorful side dish featuring various mushrooms (e.g., shiitake, oyster, enoki) stir-fried with ground peril…
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5 net8 total3 fibre10 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Yeolmu Kimchi
Young Radish Kimchi
A refreshing and slightly tart kimchi made from young radish greens, known for its crisp texture and spicy, fe…
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5 net10 total5 fibre4 protein3 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
쌈채림
Assorted Vegetable Ssam Wraps (with Keto Dipping Sauce)
A fresh platter of various leafy greens (such as lettuce, perilla leaves, red leaf lettuce) and raw vegetables…
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6 net12 total6 fibre4 protein2 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
창난젓 (Changnan Jeot)
Fermented Pollack Guts (Keto-Modified)
A pungent and savory fermented side dish made from pollack guts, seasoned with gochugaru (chili powder), garli…
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6 net7 total1 fibre20 protein18 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
오이 냉국
Cold Cucumber Soup (Sugar-Free)
A refreshingly light and tangy cold soup made primarily from thinly sliced cucumbers, garlic, and a seasoned c…
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6 net8 total2 fibre2 protein5 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
된장국 (Doenjang Guk)
Keto Soybean Paste Soup (Clear)
A light, clear soup made with Korean soybean paste (doenjang), offering a deeply savory and umami flavor. It t…
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6 net8 total2 fibre10 protein8 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Gat Kimchi (갓김치)
Sugar-Free Mustard Leaf Kimchi
A pungent and earthy kimchi made from fresh mustard greens (gat), seasoned with chili flakes, garlic, ginger, …
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6 net12 total6 fibre8 protein15 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Oi Jangajji (설탕 무첨가 오이장아찌)
Keto Pickled Cucumber (Sugar-Free)
A crisp, refreshing side dish of cucumber slices pickled in a sugar-free soy sauce and vinegar brine. Typicall…
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6 net8 total2 fibre2 protein1 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Ojing-eo-chae Bokkeum
Keto Stir-fried Dried Shredded Squid
A popular Korean banchan (side dish) made from dried shredded squid, typically stir-fried in a sweet and savor…
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6 net7 total1 fibre20 protein15 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
오이 볶음 (Oi Bokkeum)
Stir-fried Cucumber
Lightly stir-fried cucumber slices, typically seasoned with garlic, sesame oil, and soy sauce. It offers a ref…
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6 net8 total2 fibre3 protein12 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
미역 초무침
Spicy Seaweed Salad (Keto Modified Dressing)
Chewy blanched seaweed (miyeok), typically cut into bite-sized pieces and tossed with a vibrant, spicy, and ta…
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6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
배추찜 (Baechu Jjim)
Keto Steamed Cabbage with Dipping Sauce
Soft, tender steamed napa cabbage leaves, a traditional and healthy side dish. Served with a simple, savory di…
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7 net12 total5 fibre5 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Geonsaewoo Bokkeum
Stir-fried Dried Shrimp with Sugar-Free Sauce
A savory and slightly spicy side dish (banchan) made with small dried shrimp stir-fried with green chili peppe…
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7 net10 total3 fibre20 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
오징어젓
Ojingeo Jeot (Fermented Spicy Squid Salad with Keto Sauce)
A popular banchan made from fermented and seasoned squid strips, offering a spicy, savory, and slightly sweet …
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7 net8 total1 fibre15 protein10 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
마늘 장아찌
Pickled Garlic (Keto-Friendly)
Whole garlic cloves, pickled in a soy-based brine. Offers a pungent, savory, and slightly tangy flavor with a …
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8 net10 total2 fibre3 protein0 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
Ugeoji Doenjang Jjim (우거지 된장찜)
Braised Outer Cabbage Leaves with Soybean Paste
Tender outer cabbage leaves (ugeoji) braised in a savory doenjang (fermented soybean paste) sauce with garlic,…
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8 net15 total7 fibre10 protein20 fat250 kcal