Keto Belgian foods

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Belgian cuisine is known for its rich, flavorful dishes and indulgent desserts. However, for those following a ketogenic diet, traditional Belgian recipes can be high in carbohydrates. This article presents a collection of keto-friendly Belgian foods, complete with recipes and nutritional information to help maintain ketosis while enjoying the flavors of Belgium.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet that in medicine is used primarily to treat hard-to-control epilepsy in children. However, it has gained popularity as a weight loss and health maintenance regimen. Keto adaptations of Belgian foods focus on reducing carbs while preserving taste.

Keto Belgian Waffles[edit | edit source]

Belgian waffles are a beloved breakfast item, and this keto version ensures you can enjoy them without the carbs.

Recipe[edit | edit source]

  • Ingredients: Almond flour, eggs, unsalted butter, baking powder, sugar substitute, vanilla extract
  • Instructions: Mix the dry ingredients, whisk in the wet ingredients, pour into a heated waffle iron, and cook until golden brown.
  • Nutritional Information: Each waffle contains approximately 300 calories, 28g of fat, 6g of protein, and 4g of net carbs.

Keto Carbonnade Flamande[edit | edit source]

Carbonnade Flamande is a traditional Belgian beef stew. The keto version uses low-carb thickeners.

Recipe[edit | edit source]

  • Ingredients: Beef chuck, onion, garlic, beef broth, brown sugar substitute, mustard, thyme, bay leaves, xanthan gum
  • Instructions: Brown the beef, sauté onions and garlic, add broth and seasonings, simmer until the beef is tender, thicken with xanthan gum.
  • Nutritional Information: Each serving contains approximately 500 calories, 35g of fat, 40g of protein, and 5g of net carbs.

Keto Belgian Endive Salad[edit | edit source]

Endives are a staple in Belgian salads and are naturally low in carbs.

Recipe[edit | edit source]

  • Ingredients: Belgian endives, blue cheese, walnuts, olive oil, apple cider vinegar
  • Instructions: Slice endives, top with crumbled blue cheese and walnuts, and dress with olive oil and vinegar.
  • Nutritional Information: Each salad contains approximately 200 calories, 18g of fat, 6g of protein, and 3g of net carbs.

Keto Belgian Chocolate Mousse[edit | edit source]

No Belgian feast is complete without chocolate. This keto mousse uses sugar-free chocolate.

Recipe[edit | edit source]

  • Ingredients: Sugar-free dark chocolate, heavy cream, eggs, sugar substitute
  • Instructions: Melt chocolate, fold into whipped cream and beaten eggs, refrigerate until set.
  • Nutritional Information: Each serving contains approximately 250 calories, 22g of fat, 5g of protein, and 4g of net carbs.

Belgian foods - nutritional information[edit | edit source]

Name Food group Keto friendliness Calories Fat Protein Carbohydrate Fiber Net carbohydrates Sugars Saturated fats Serving weight Country
Mini crackers con sal High carb 432 11 9.8 72 72 2.3 1.1 Belgica-espana
Crunch lait tablette 100g High carb 513 25.8 6.5 62.4 1.9 60.5 50.4 15.5 100 g Belgica-francia-martinica-reunion-espana-suiza
Barbican soft drink pineapple Medium carb 41 0 0 10.2 0 10.2 0 330 ml Belgie
Burger végétarien surgelé Composite foods, Sandwiches High carb 181 8.3 3.2 22 1.7 20.3 2.4 1.2 Belgie
Cornets glace goût vanille High carb 271 12 3.3 36 36 11 Belgie
Gelierzucker gelfix High carb 396 0 0 98 98 0 500 g Belgie
Girasoli paddenstoel - champignon High carb 264 9 7.5 36 36 1.1 250 g Belgie
Knackebrod High carb 418 11.5 15.4 60 6.6 53.4 4.6 3.5 Belgie
Lays oven crispy thins olive and herbs High carb 446 16 7.3 67 4 63 4 1.5 90 g Belgie
Pop works High carb 397 9.7 24.5 47.8 47.8 0.8 85g Belgie
Steak house Medium carb 123 3.6 2.3 19 2.8 16.2 0.5 0.5 Belgie
Tortilla with whole wheal High carb 280 5.5 8 47 47 1.5 Belgie
Zeybek poultry sausage with flucky paprika Fish‚ Meat‚ Eggs, Processed meat Keto friendly 279 24.5 11.8 2.8 2.8 11.9 200 g Belgie
Aardbei extra jam High carb 1040 0.2 0.4 60 1 59 55 0 450 g Belgie-nederland
Lay's bugles High carb 519 31 5.6 55 0.7 54.3 6.3 31 125g Belgien
M &m's choco 330g High carb 481 19 5 71 71 12 330 g Belgien
M&m's peanut (maxi) High carb 512 26 9.8 59 3.9 55.1 10 440 g Belgien
Roquefort a o p Milk and dairy products, Cheese Keto friendly 364 32 19 0.5 0 0.5 0.5 23 125 g Belgien
Sprite zitrone-limette ohne zucker Beverages, Sweetened beverages Keto friendly 1 0 0 0 0 0 1,5 Belgien
Sweetner tablets Keto friendly 19 0 0 0.5 0 0.5 0 72 g Belgien
Abc gummied Sugary snacks, Sweets High carb 330 0.5 4.7 78 78 0.1 Belgique
Apérocheese keto friendly 325 27 20 0 0 0 18 Belgique
Bio crêpes High carb 241 9.9 6.1 30.2 30.2 4.9 Belgique
Bonbons happy-cola High carb 349 0.5 6.3 79 79 0.1 Belgique
Bonbons haribo pasta frutta 200 g High carb 338 0.5 0.5 84 84 0.1 Belgique
Boulette à la sauce tomate Fats and sauces, Dressings and sauces Low carb 112 6.1 65 7 7 3.3 2.1 Belgique
Bugles sweet chili flavour High carb 540 32 5.9 27 27 5 2.3 Belgique
Céréal gaufres chocolat High carb 419 23 7.099999905 52 8.9 43.1 8.899999619 Belgique
Cheese onion flavour High carb 533 32 6.2 53 4.2 48.8 2.3 2.6 low Belgique
Chips ribble paprika Salty snacks, Appetizers High carb 536 33 6 52 52 3.4 200g Belgique
Croquettes de viandes de bœuf Medium carb 225 13 7.7 18 2.4 15.6 0.3 5.2 4 x 70 g Belgique
Eurovafel waffelschnitten haselnussgeschmack High carb 502 26 7 60 60 33 13 180g Belgique
Everyday gaufres liège chocolat High carb 468 25 6 53 53 15 10 pièces Belgique
Gauffres vanille High carb 461 25 6.2 52 52 14 Belgique
Inex uht halfvolle melk Milk and dairy products, Milk and yogurt Keto friendly 46 1.600000024 3.200000048 4.699999809 4.699999809 0.899999976 0.2l Belgique
Lait entier inza Keto friendly 65 3.599999905 3.200000048 4.900000095 4.900000095 2.400000095 1l Belgique
Mentos full fruit (sin azucar) High carb 181 0.3 0 72 72 0 0.3 30g Belgique
Mixups cheese High carb 505 27 6 59 3.7 55.3 4.3 3.5 Belgique
Nougat bar amandes et noisettes High carb 482 23 8.9 59 59 1.6 150 grammes Belgique
Oeufs columbus Keto friendly 137 8.4 12.5 1 1 2.32 6 Belgique
Pâte à tartiner aux noisettes duo High carb 568 35 2.3 60 1.5 58.5 8 400 g Belgique
Pepsi max zero caffeine Beverages, Unsweetened beverages Keto friendly 0 0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0 Belgique
Snack day paprika chips High carb 537 33.2 5.7 52.1 52.1 3.1 26.4 Belgique
Snuggles nacho cheese High carb 512 30 5.6 53 53 7.8 2.8 Belgique
Vegan deli caractère Medium carb 273 23 1.4 14 14 20 160 g Belgique
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Summary[edit | edit source]

Enjoying Belgian cuisine on a keto diet is entirely possible with these modified recipes. By substituting high-carb ingredients with keto-friendly alternatives, you can savor the taste of Belgium while sticking to your dietary goals.

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