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30+ Low-Carb Indian Food List (PDF)

The primary goal of this diet is to reduce the body’s dependence on glucose (blood sugar) for energy by substituting high-carbohydrate foods with ones that contain a high percentage of fat and protein. When your body starts using stored fat as a main source of energy, you start losing weight.

By jaush chuaPublished 2 years ago 3 min read

What vegetarian foods are low in carbs?

Here are the 15 best Indian low-carb Vegetarian recipes in Keto style that you can follow blindly. If you are a vegetarian and follow the Keto diet, this list below is just gold for you.

1. Paneer Bhurji With Capsicum

Let me begin by sharing Keto Paneer Bhurji with Capsicum recipe with you. It is absolutely delicious. The recipe for it is also easy and quick, you will get it ready in just 25 minutes. In order to make it an ideal Ketogenic recipe, I added ghee & butter to increase the fat count. You must try this recipe, I’m sure you’ll love it.

  • Carbohydrates: 4 gram
  • Calories: 463 kcal
  • Fat: 39 gram
  • Fiber: 1 gram

2. Tofu Bhurji Indian Style

After Keto Paneer Bhurji, let’s make the delicious Keto Tofu Bhurji in Indian style. It is a perfect Keto recipe for vegetarians, easy to make and low-carb of course. You don’t need out of the box ingredients to make this dish. Usually, the ingredients that you use are what you need for this, and I am sure they will be present in your kitchen.

  • Carbohydrates: 7 grams
  • Calories: 145 kcal
  • Protein: 6 grams

3. Cauliflower Curd

Another lip-smacking recipe is Keto Cauliflower Curd. This is easy to make, tasty and a light recipe that you can have at any mealtime. Add this perfect Keto dish to your diet plan and start shedding some extra pounds quickly.

  • Carbohydrates: 16 grams
  • Calories: 340 kcal
  • Protein: 26 grams

4. Keto Pav Bhaji

Pav Bhaji is one of the most popular street food in India and of my favorite Indian Keto Recipes. It is a blend of spicy mixed vegetables, served with butter-toasted dinner rolls. But, I made a Keto version of Pav Bhaji for all those who miss the street food on the Keto diet. In order to make it Keto-friendly, I have replaced typical bread with Ketogenic bread and potatoes with cauliflower. You must check the complete recipe for Keto Pav Bhaji below.

  • Carbohydrates: 13 gram
  • Fat: 30 gram
  • Protein: 4 gram
  • Fiber: 5 gram

5. Idli

Are you missing the south Indian cuisine while being on a Keto diet? Well, you don’t have to give up on Idli at least. Yes! You can have Idli if you’re following the Keto because I have made a Keto version of this tasty south Indian recipe for you. You just have to spend 15 minutes and it will be ready. You should try this Ketogenic idli and you won’t be disappointed.

  • Net Carbs: 1.5 gram
  • Fat: 6 gram
  • Protein: 5 grams

Low-carb food options for meat-eaters

Check out my collection of Best Keto recipes for Indian Non-Vegetarians. These recipes are low on carbs and so easy to make. If you are a Non-Vegetarian and following the Keto diet, this list is for you.

1. Bacon Balls Recipe

Let’s start with Keto Bacon Balls Recipe. It is one of the perfect recipes for Keto Non-vegetarian and is incredibly easy to make. You can eat them as a Mid- Afternoon snack, or as a delightful Keto Appetizer. I’m sure you will like this delectable dish.

  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 20 minutes
  • Carbohydrates: 1.4 gram
  • Protein: 4.1 gram

2. Chicken Shami Kebab Recipe

Are you searching for a Keto non-veg starter? A very few snacks can be preferable over Chicken Shami Kebab. It is a quick recipe and easy recipe. Once you make it, you won’t be able to stop yourself from making it again.

  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Net Carbs: 2.8 grams
  • Calories: 162.1 kcal

3. Italian Grilled Fish

Get this delicious Italian Grilled Fish ready in less than an hour. You won’t believe how good this dish is as it has a subtle balance of flavours that makes it so enjoyable. You can serve this fish with grilled vegetables like capsicum, beans or broccoli.

  • Prep time: 1o minutes
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Net Carbs: zero grams
  • Calories: 347

4. Andhra Style Chilli Chicken

Who says that traditional dishes don’t fit into the Keto lifestyle? I made this Andhra Style Chili Chicken for you that will fit into your Keto meal plan perfectly. It is equally delicious just like other dishes I shared with you. I’m sure you will love its authentic flavour. Check out the recipe below.

  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Cook time: 30 minutes
  • Marinating time: 2 hours
  • Net Carbs: 2 grams

5. Chicken Tikka

Here is an easy Keto Chicken Tikka recipe for Keto Non-Vegetarians. If you are not good at cooking don’t worry, the recipe is so simple. You can have it any time of the day with mint chutney.

  • Marinating time: 6 hours
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Net carbs: 6 grams
  • Calories: 568

Check out the full list here

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    Written by jaush chua