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Beef Jerky
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Beef Jerky

Candy & Snacks

Health Grade

Beef Jerky is a shelf-stable, preserved meat snack made by marinating and drying strips of beef; it appears in many cuisines (for example Vietnamese 'Bò khô') a... Show more

Nutrition Overview

Kcal
410 kcal
Fiber
Fiber
1g
Salt
Salt
4g
Protein
Protein
33g
Fat
Fat
26g
Carbs
Carbs
11g
Sugar
Sugar
9g

Nutrition Quality

Micronutrients
Micronutrients
Vitamin B12, Selenium
Moderate
Fat Quality
Fat Quality
Rich in Healthy Fats
Fair
Gut Health
Gut Health
High Saturated Fat
Insufficient
Processing
Processing
NOVA 3
Processed
Electrolytes
Electrolytes
Na:K 5.5 · skewed toward sodium
High Na Load
Satiety
Satiety
Low Glycemic Index
Low
Not Vegan
Not Vegetarian
Not Gluten Free
Lactose Free
~5,00€/100g
0.8g/ml

Healthy Swaps

C+

Turkey Jerky, Low-Sodium

Less Salt
B-

Lean Homemade Beef Jerky (Trimmed Meat, Reduced Salt and Sugar)

Less Salt
B-

Biltong (Air-Dried Lean Beef, Minimal Sugar)

Less Salt

FAQ

Is Beef Jerky healthy?

Beef Jerky is rated D on overall nutritional quality. Best consumed in moderation alongside nutrient-dense foods.

What are the macros in Beef Jerky?

100g of Beef Jerky contains 410 kcal, 33g protein, 11g carbohydrates and 26g fat (of which 10.4g saturated), and 0.5g fiber.

What NOVA processing level is Beef Jerky?

Beef Jerky is NOVA 3 - Processed.