KETO VERDICTYES
Kimchi is excellent for keto. With ~0.8g net carbs per 100g and packed with probiotics, this spicy Korean fermented cabbage is a flavorful, gut-healthy addition to ketogenic diets—best enjoyed unheated.
Is Kimchi Keto?
Pickled & Fermented
YOUR PORTION
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Per 100 g (as listed by source). Curated estimate; estimated values.
How this is calculated
total carbohydrate - fiber. Each published value is multiplied by your portion divided by the reference amount. No extra fiber, sugar alcohol or allulose deductions are applied here.
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0.8gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 2.4g
- Fiber
- 1.6g
- Protein
- 1.7g
- Fat
- 0.5g
- Calories
- 23
Kimchi is excellent for keto. With ~0.8g net carbs per 100g and packed with probiotics, this spicy Korean fermented cabbage is a flavorful, gut-healthy addition to ketogenic diets—best enjoyed unheated.
- Net carbs (100 g)0.8g
- Protein (100 g)1.7g
- Fat (100 g)0.5g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
0.8g
Total Carbs
2.4g
Fiber
1.6g
Protein
1.7g
Fat
0.5g
Calories
23
Source: Curated estimate
Source fit: curated estimate; not an exact source match
Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber
A USDA reference record exists, but the displayed basis or macros do not directly reproduce it, so KetoLens does not attribute these values to USDA. Check the current label for packaged products.
Nutrition record reviewed 2026-07-09. Maintained by KetoLens Team.
WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY
- Very low net carbs: ~0.8g per 100g fits easily into keto macros
- Probiotic powerhouse: contains beneficial bacteria from fermentation
- Fiber (1.6g/100g) supports digestion and satiety
- Capsaicin from chili can add a mild thermogenic effect
- Low calorie density allows generous flavor boosts
- Fermentation reduces sugars and can increase nutrient bioavailability
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
KOREAN BBQ SIDE
Serve raw kimchi alongside grilled meats like bulgogi or galbi for authentic flavor.
KIMCHI FRIED CAULIFLOWER RICE
Stir-fry cauliflower rice with kimchi, sesame oil, and a fried egg on top.
PROBIOTIC OMELET
Add chopped kimchi to omelets with cheese for a spicy, probiotic breakfast.
KIMCHI LETTUCE WRAPS
Use kimchi as filling with grilled protein in butter lettuce wraps.
KIMCHI BUTTER
Mix minced kimchi into softened butter for a spicy compound butter on steaks.
KIMCHI SOUP BASE
Use kimchi and its juice as a flavorful base for keto soups with tofu or pork.
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