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Asian food on keto comes down to replacing the rice and noodles, and swapping out sugar-heavy sauces. Once you nail those two things, the rest is easy. These 26 recipes cover stir fry, chicken, noodle soups, sushi, salads, and homemade sauces that taste better than takeout.
Stir fry is one of the fastest keto dinners. Everything cooks in one pan or wok, and the flavors build as you go.
Ground pork with cabbage, sesame oil, and ginger. 5.7g net carbs. 14 reviews at 4.8 stars. My most popular Asian recipe and a weeknight staple.
Tender beef and broccoli in a savory sauce. 6g net carbs, 35g protein. 9 reviews at 4.7 stars. Better than Chinese takeout.
Chicken and vegetables in a quick stir fry sauce. 3.7g net carbs, 24.2g protein. 4 five-star reviews. Done in 15 minutes.
Beef with cashews and vegetables in a savory sauce. 14.3g net carbs, 38.9g protein. 3 five-star reviews. Higher carb but worth it for the flavor.
Cauliflower rice fried with eggs, vegetables, and sesame oil. 6.8g net carbs. 2 five-star reviews. My rice replacement that actually satisfies.
From crispy katsu to creamy butter chicken, these are my favorite ways to cook chicken with Asian flavors.
Tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet sesame glaze. 6.3g net carbs, 29.4g protein. The Panda Express craving, handled.
Panko-style chicken cutlets with a tangy dipping sauce. 2.7g net carbs, 30.7g protein. 4 reviews at 4.5 stars. Japanese comfort food made keto.
Chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. 3.8g net carbs, 40.7g protein. Sweet heat and crunch in every bite.
Creamy tomato-based curry with tender chicken. 6.3g net carbs, 19.9g protein. 4 five-star reviews. My Instant Pot makes this in 15 minutes.
Spicy, savory Hunan-style chicken with peppers. 6g net carbs, 20.2g protein. For when I want real heat.
Ramen, pho, and fried rice are all possible on keto. The noodle and rice swaps work better than you would expect.
Rich broth with shirataki noodles, egg, and pork. 6.9g net carbs. 5 reviews at 4.6 stars. My comfort food on cold nights.
Slow-simmered beef broth with rice noodle substitutes and fresh herbs. 2.9g net carbs, 25.9g protein. Vietnamese pho without the carbs.
Spicy Thai coconut soup with chicken and lemongrass. 8g net carbs, 29.6g protein. Warming and fragrant.
Shrimp fried rice using cauliflower rice. 6.4g net carbs, 26.9g protein. My takeout substitute for fried rice night.
Lighter options for when I want something fresh. The naruto roll uses cucumber instead of rice and it works perfectly.
Grilled chicken over greens with a sesame dressing. 6.9g net carbs, 37.4g protein. 5 five-star reviews. My favorite lunch salad.
Thai-inspired salad with peanut dressing and fresh herbs. 13.1g net carbs, 35g protein. Bold flavors and a satisfying crunch.
Sushi wrapped in thin cucumber instead of rice. 5.4g net carbs, 24.4g protein. 7 reviews at 4.7 stars. The keto sushi method I actually enjoy.
Thinly sliced cucumbers in a tangy sesame dressing. 4.2g net carbs. Light, refreshing, and ready in 10 minutes.
Homemade sauces are the key to good Asian cooking on keto. Store-bought versions are loaded with sugar.
My all-purpose stir fry sauce. 3g net carbs. 5 reviews at 4.8 stars. I keep a jar of this in the fridge at all times.
Sugar-free teriyaki sauce that tastes like the real thing. 1.8g net carbs. I use this on chicken, salmon, and stir fry.
Chicken glazed in homemade teriyaki sauce. 1.8g net carbs, 20.4g protein. Sweet, savory, and ready in 20 minutes.
Sesame ginger meatballs with an Asian dipping sauce. 0.6g net carbs each, makes 20. 4 reviews. My go-to appetizer for parties.
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