Keto Diet – Starter – Day 6 Menu Plan & Recipes

This is the sixth day of our Keto Meal Plan. Please remember that we are based in the UK and can only purchase ingredients from a small supermarkets. I am intermittent fasting – I only eat at dinner time (OMAD), and my partner eats three meals per day. Todays meal plan includes recipes using metric measurements for ingredients.

Breakfast:

Devilled Eggs with Smoked Trout & Rocket Salad

This is a high-protein, high-fat keto breakfast with minimal carbs, perfect for maintaining ketosis.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: High Fat, High Protein, Keto Starter, Low Carb
Servings: 1
Cost: £3

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 50 g smoked trout
  • 1 tbsp 15g mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp 5g Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 30 g rocket arugula
  • 1 tsp 5g extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

Boil the Eggs:

  • Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes, then transfer to ice water to cool.
  • Peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.

Make the Devilled Egg Filling:

  • Scoop out the yolks into a bowl.
  • Mash with a fork and mix in mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Assemble the Devilled Eggs:

  • Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites.
  • Place the devilled eggs on a plate.

Prepare the Salad:

  • Toss the rocket leaves with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  • Serve: Arrange the smoked trout beside the devilled eggs.
  • Serve with the rocket salad on the side.

Notes

Macro Nutrient Summary (Approximate)
Calories: 390 kcal
Protein: 30g
Fat: 30g
Carbohydrates: 2g (Net Carbs ~1g)

Lunch:

Roast chicken leg with green beans & hollandaise sauce

A perfect lunch to help you stay in ketosis. If you want to increase fat intake, add extra hollandaise sauce or drizzle with olive oil.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: High Fat, High Protein, Keto Starter, Low Carb
Servings: 1
Cost: £4

Ingredients

  • 1 roast chicken leg thigh & drumstick, approx. 200g, skin-on
  • 100 g green beans trimmed
  • 2 tbsp hollandaise sauce homemade or store-bought, approx. 30g
  • 1 tbsp butter for sautéing green beans
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Reheat the Roast Chicken Leg:

  • If the chicken leg is cold, reheat it in an oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10–15 minutes or until warmed through.
  • Alternatively, pan-fry it in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes per side until the skin is crispy.

Prepare the Green Beans:

  • Heat 1 tbsp butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
  • Add the green beans and sauté for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with Hollandaise Sauce:

  • Plate the roast chicken leg with the sautéed green beans.
  • Drizzle or serve 2 tbsp hollandaise sauce on the side.

Notes

Macro Nutrient Summary (Approximate)
Calories 640 kcal
Protein 45g
Fat 48g
Carbs 6g
Fibre 3g
Net Carbs 3g

Dinner:

Braised Pork Belly with Roasted Cauliflower & Butter Sauce

This meal is deeply satisfying, rich in fats and protein, and ensures the OMAD person meets their daily ketogenic needs in one sitting.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: High Fat, High Protein, Keto Starter, Low Carb
Servings: 2
Cost: £11

Ingredients

For the Braised Pork Belly

  • 500 g pork belly skin-on, cut into thick slices
  • 500 ml chicken stock or water with a stock cube
  • 2 tbsp 30ml soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp 15ml apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 minced garlic cloves
  • ½ tsp ginger powder or 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp 15g butter (for finishing)

For the Roasted Cauliflower

  • 1 medium cauliflower ~500g, cut into florets
  • 2 tbsp 30ml olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Butter Sauce

  • 60 g butter
  • 1 tbsp 15ml double cream
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

Additional OMAD Portion: Creamed Spinach

  • 200 g spinach
  • 30 g butter
  • 50 ml double cream
  • 30 g grated mature cheddar

Instructions

Braising the Pork Belly

  • In a saucepan, add the pork belly, chicken stock, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, paprika, and black pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
  • Once cooked, remove the pork belly, reserving the liquid.
  • Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat, melt 1 tbsp butter, and sear the pork belly slices until crispy.

Roasting the Cauliflower

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
  • Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread on a baking tray and roast for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.

Making the Butter Sauce

  • Melt butter in a small pan over low heat.
  • Stir in double cream, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.

Preparing the Creamed Spinach (For OMAD Person)

  • Melt butter in a pan, add spinach, and cook until wilted.
  • Add double cream and cheddar cheese, stirring until thickened.
  • Macronutrient Breakdown (Approximate Per Person)

Notes

Macro Nutrient Summary (Approximate)
Standard OMAD Portion
Calories ~750 kcal ~1,200 kcal
Protein ~40g ~60g
Fat ~65g ~100g
Net Carbs ~6g ~8g
 
This meal ensures the OMAD person gets the required calories, fats, and protein while keeping it fully ketogenic. A rich, buttery side of creamed spinach is included to boost calories for the fasting individual.
 

 

Shopping List For Day 6

This is the list for todays evening meal and includes Breakfast and Lunch items for Day 7

eggs
chorizo, diced
spinach
sardines, grilled (or canned in olive oil, drained)
avocado
lemon
fresh parsley (option
500g pork belly, skin-on
500ml chicken stock
soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
apple cider vinegar
garlic powder
ginger powder
smoked paprika
butter
cauliflower (~500g)
double cream
Dijon mustard
200g spinach
cheddar cheese