Pakistani keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Pakistani cuisine can be adapted to keto, but requires strict avoidance of traditional staples and careful menu navigation.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various meats (chicken, lamb, beef, goat), ghee, full-fat dairy, and non-starchy vegetables often found in curries.
Danger zones
The biggest carb traps are ubiquitous naan, roti, paratha, rice dishes (biryani, pulao), lentils (daal), chickpeas, potatoes, and often sugar-laden marinades or gravies.
Best for
This cuisine works best for experienced keto dieters who are confident in requesting modifications, are comfortable focusing solely on protein and fat, and vigilant about hidden carbohydrates.
51 matching dishes
Chicken Sajji
Whole Roasted Chicken (Spit-Grilled)
A whole chicken marinated simply with salt and sometimes minimal spices (like cumin, chili flakes, vinegar) an…
2 net3 total1 fibre90 protein45 fat800 kcal
Grilled Lamb Chops
Grilled Lamb Chops with Keto Sides
Tender and succulent lamb chops marinated in a blend of traditional Pakistani spices (ginger, garlic, red chil…
3 net5 total2 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
Murgh Roast
Spiced Whole Roast Chicken (Plain)
A whole chicken seasoned with a simple yet effective blend of dry Pakistani spices like salt, red chili powder…
3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein60 fat800 kcal
Charsi Tikka
Charsi Style Lamb Ribs/Chops
A minimalist yet incredibly flavorful dish originating from Peshawar. Lamb chops or ribs are cooked slowly in …
4 net6 total2 fibre85 protein110 fat1300 kcal
Mutton Chanp
Grilled Lamb Chops/Ribs
Tender and flavorful lamb chops or ribs, marinated in a blend of yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and…
4 net6 total2 fibre70 protein80 fat1000 kcal
Namkeen Gosht
Salted Lamb Roast/Curry
A traditional Pakistani dish featuring large cuts of lamb (often bone-in) slow-cooked with minimal spices, sal…
4 net5 total1 fibre75 protein65 fat900 kcal
Anda Bhurji
Masala Scrambled Eggs
A popular Pakistani breakfast or light meal dish made from scrambled eggs cooked with finely chopped onions, t…
5 net7 total2 fibre22 protein30 fat350 kcal
Chicken Reshmi Kebab
Creamy Minced Chicken Skewers
Tender skewers of finely minced chicken, marinated in a rich mixture of cream, yogurt, ginger-garlic, green ch…
5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein68 fat850 kcal
Chicken Shorba
Clear Chicken Broth
A light and clear broth made from slow-simmered chicken pieces and bones with ginger, garlic, and delicate spi…
5 net7 total2 fibre30 protein20 fat300 kcal
Hunter Beef
Spiced Cured Beef
A traditional Pakistani cured and spiced beef preparation, typically using brisket or silverside. The beef is …
5 net6 total1 fibre70 protein50 fat700 kcal
Boneless Chicken Tikka (Dry)
Grilled Boneless Spiced Chicken
Succulent boneless chicken pieces marinated in yogurt and traditional spices, then grilled in a tandoor or ove…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
Chicken Tikka Boti
Grilled Boneless Chicken Chunks
Succulent boneless chicken pieces marinated in yogurt and a blend of traditional Pakistani spices, then grille…
6 net7 total1 fibre50 protein40 fat580 kcal
Dam Pukht
Slow-Cooked Mutton (Dam Pukht Style) with Keto Sides
A traditional dish of slow-cooked mutton, steamed in its own juices and fat, often with minimal spices, produc…
6 net8 total2 fibre75 protein80 fat1000 kcal
Dhaga Kebab
Spiced Minced Beef Skewers (Grilled)
Finely minced beef or mutton, heavily spiced with ginger, garlic, green chilies, and a blend of garam masala, …
6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Fish Tikka
Grilled Spiced Fish Cubes
Cubes of firm white fish (e.g., Rahu, Basa, or Snapper) marinated in a spicy yogurt and lemon mix, then grille…
6 net8 total2 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
Mutton Yakhni
Clear Mutton Broth
A clear, flavorful broth made by slow-simmering mutton bones and meat with whole spices, ginger, and garlic. I…
6 net8 total2 fibre35 protein35 fat400 kcal
Pakistani Omelette
Spiced Egg Omelette
A hearty omelette made with whisked eggs, finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, fresh coriander, and…
6 net8 total2 fibre28 protein25 fat350 kcal
Seekh Kebab
Minced Beef Skewers
Spiced minced beef, typically mixed with finely chopped onions, herbs, and aromatic spices, shaped onto skewer…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Beef Boti Kebab (Dry)
Grilled Spiced Beef Cubes
Small cubes of beef marinated in a tenderizing mix of spices, ginger-garlic paste, and yogurt, then grilled to…
7 net9 total2 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
Chicken Hara Masala
Green Herb Chicken Curry
A vibrant and aromatic chicken curry characterized by its green color, derived from a generous paste of fresh …
7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein70 fat900 kcal
Gola Kebab
Spiced Minced Beef Balls
Small, ball-shaped kebabs made from finely minced beef, seasoned with a blend of rich spices, ginger, and garl…
7 net9 total2 fibre48 protein45 fat620 kcal
Mutton Raan
Roasted Lamb Leg (Keto, No Carb Sides)
A whole leg of lamb, slow-roasted or steamed until incredibly tender and falling off the bone, marinated with …
7 net10 total3 fibre100 protein90 fat1200 kcal
Prawn Masala
Spiced Prawn Curry
Succulent prawns cooked in a vibrant and aromatic masala (spice mix) gravy. This dish features a base of sauté…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein50 fat750 kcal
Pudina Raita
Mint Yogurt Dip
A refreshing yogurt-based dip seasoned with fresh mint, roasted cumin powder, and a touch of black salt. A coo…
7 net8 total1 fibre10 protein15 fat180 kcal
Balochi Karahi (Mutton/Beef)
Simple Balochi Mutton/Beef Karahi (Dry-Style)
A very rustic and robust Karahi from Balochistan, known for its simple ingredients and intense flavor. Bone-in…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Gurda Kapura Masala
Kidney and Testicles Masala
A robust and spicy stir-fry or curry featuring goat or lamb kidneys and testicles, cooked with onions, tomatoe…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein55 fat780 kcal
Karela Bhujia
Bitter Gourd Stir-fry (Keto Friendly)
A traditional Pakistani vegetarian side dish made from bitter gourd (karela) stir-fried with onions, tomatoes,…
8 net14 total6 fibre8 protein35 fat400 kcal
Mutton Achari
Pickled Lamb/Goat Curry
A rich and tangy curry made with tender mutton (lamb or goat) cooked in a blend of traditional pickling spices…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein75 fat950 kcal
Mutton Pasli Roast
Slow-Roasted Spiced Lamb Ribs
Tender lamb ribs slow-roasted with a blend of aromatic Pakistani spices including ginger, garlic, red chili, a…
8 net10 total2 fibre65 protein90 fat1100 kcal
Mutton Seena Roast
Slow-Roasted Lamb Brisket with Spices
A succulent lamb brisket, slow-cooked for hours until incredibly tender, seasoned with a robust blend of tradi…
8 net11 total3 fibre75 protein100 fat1200 kcal
Paneer Tikka (Grilled Indian Cheese)
Spiced Grilled Indian Cheese Skewers
Cubes of firm Indian cottage cheese (paneer) marinated in a rich mixture of yogurt and a blend of dry spices l…
8 net10 total2 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
Brain Fry
Pan-Fried Goat Brain
Delicately prepared goat brain, pan-fried with onions, tomatoes, green chilies, ginger, garlic, and a blend of…
9 net12 total3 fibre25 protein85 fat900 kcal
Kheera Raita
Cucumber Yogurt Dip
A refreshing side dish made from plain, unsweetened yogurt mixed with finely grated or diced cucumber, seasone…
9 net10 total1 fibre12 protein18 fat220 kcal
Chitrali Gosht
Chitral Style Mutton Stew (Tomato & Green Chili)
A traditional, minimalist mutton stew from the Chitral region, featuring tender bone-in mutton pieces slow-coo…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Gurda Kapoora Fry
Pan-Fried Kidney and Testicles
Goat kidney and testicles, expertly pan-fried with onions, tomatoes, green chilies, ginger, garlic, and a pote…
10 net14 total4 fibre40 protein80 fat950 kcal
Mutton Handi
Spicy Lamb/Goat Handi
A classic Pakistani dish, Mutton Handi involves tender lamb or goat meat cooked in a traditional clay pot (han…
10 net14 total4 fibre68 protein78 fat980 kcal
Mutton Kata Kat
Mixed Lamb/Goat Offal Fry
A popular street food and restaurant delicacy, Mutton Kata Kat is a medley of various lamb or goat offal (such…
10 net15 total5 fibre75 protein90 fat1100 kcal
KAsoon
Beef Roast (Chunks, Dry, Rustic)
Dry-Spiced Beef Chunks Roast
Hearty chunks of beef, slow-roasted or pan-fried with a simple dry rub of traditional Pakistani spices, until …
4 net6 total2 fibre95 protein80 fat1100 kcal
KAsoon
Afghani Roast Chicken
Mildly Spiced Afghani Style Roast Chicken
Whole or portioned chicken marinated in a blend of mild, aromatic spices, often with yogurt, and then slow-roa…
6 net7 total1 fibre85 protein60 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Chicken Angara
Spicy Bone-in Charcoal Grilled Chicken
Fiery and smoky bone-in chicken pieces, marinated in a bold blend of red chilies, yogurt, ginger-garlic, and a…
6 net7 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Chicken Malai Roast
Creamy Dry-Roasted Chicken
Tender chicken pieces (often bone-in) marinated in a rich mixture of cream, yogurt, mild spices, and ginger-ga…
6 net7 total1 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Desi Ghee Roast Chicken
Pan-Roasted Chicken with Ghee and Spices
Succulent chicken pieces pan-roasted in generous amounts of desi ghee (clarified butter) with a blend of dry P…
6 net8 total2 fibre80 protein65 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Grilled Beef Steak (Pakistani Spices)
Pakistani Spiced Grilled Beef Steak with Keto Vegetables
A tender cut of beef steak, marinated in a rich blend of traditional Pakistani spices (ginger-garlic, chili, c…
6 net10 total4 fibre65 protein55 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Tawa Kaleji (Dry)
Dry Pan-Fried Mutton Liver
Mutton liver (kaleji) quickly pan-fried on a 'tawa' with a simple yet potent mix of ginger, garlic, green chil…
6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Whole Baked Fish (Pakistani Spices)
A whole fish, such as Red Snapper or Tilapia, marinated in a blend of savory Pakistani spices (ginger, garlic,…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Chicken Afghani Boti
Afghani Style Grilled Chicken Pieces
Creamy, tender boneless chicken pieces marinated in yogurt, heavy cream, ginger-garlic, and mild spices, grill…
7 net8 total1 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Lahori Dry Spiced Chicken Piece Roast
A classic Lahori style chicken piece (often leg or breast quarter) marinated in a robust blend of dry spices l…
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein65 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Dil Fry
Pan-Fried Lamb/Beef Heart
Tender pieces of lamb or beef heart, pan-fried with onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and aromatic Pakistani sp…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein58 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Mutton Tawa Fry (Dry, Desi Ghee)
Dry Mutton Stir-Fry on Griddle with Ghee
Tender chunks of mutton cooked on a traditional 'tawa' (large flat griddle) with generous amounts of Desi Ghee…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Chicken Khara Masala (Dry)
Dry Chicken with Whole Spices
A robust and aromatic dish where chicken pieces are cooked with a blend of whole, ungrounded (khara) spices, m…
9 net12 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Achari Paneer
Pickle-Spiced Indian Cheese (Paneer)
Cubes of firm paneer (Indian cheese) cooked in a tangy and aromatic gravy infused with traditional pickling sp…
10 net15 total5 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal