Keto Jerky
Low-carb jerky picks you can grab and go
Keto-friendly jerky sticks to savory, peppered and spicy flavors, since sweet marinades are where most of the sugar comes from. Start with All-Natural Beef Jerky - Cajun Boil, which has 1 gram of sugar and 1 carb per serving, or browse our full Keto Friendly collection. Every pick below is real meat in strips or slabs, ready to eat straight from the bag.
- 1 carb per serving: All-Natural Beef Jerky - Cajun Boil (from $8.99)
- Savory classic: All-Natural Beef Jerky - Montreal Style (from $8.99)
- Soft and tender: Soft and Tender Style Beef Jerky - Mesquite BBQ (from $8.99)
- Grab-and-go sticks: Snack Sticks Variety Pack - 8 Pieces (from $14.99)
What makes jerky keto-friendly?
Jerky starts as lean meat that's sliced, seasoned and dried, so it's naturally high in protein. The carbs come from the marinade. Teriyaki, honey and maple flavors get their sweetness from sugar, while savory, peppered and chile flavors usually lean on spices instead.
That's why our Keto Friendly collection is mostly savory and spicy flavors. It takes the guesswork out, so you can grab a bag and go.
What are good savory keto jerky picks?
If you want flavor without sweetness, start here. Cajun Boil is all about savory Old Bay-style seasoning with none of the heat, Montreal Style brings classic steak seasoning, and Green Chile is more about fire-roasted flavor than heat.
All-Natural Beef Jerky - Cajun Boil
From $8.99
1 gram of sugar and 1 carb per serving. Savory, with no heat.
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All-Natural Beef Jerky - Montreal Style
From $8.99
Classic Montreal steak seasoning on low-fat beef.
Shop now“We love jerky and the Montreal is another good one. I had my husband try it and he was like Damn that’s good. Definitely buying again.”
— LaDonna S., Judge.me review
All-Natural Beef Jerky - Green Chile
From $8.99
Fire-roasted green chile, more flavor than heat.
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All-Natural Chicken Jerky - Buffalo Wing
From $8.99
Tender chicken jerky with buffalo wing flavor.
Shop nowWhat keto jerky has some heat?
Spicy flavors are a natural fit for low-carb snacking, because the kick comes from peppers, not sugar. All-Natural Beef Jerky - Jalapeno is a not-too-hot jalapeno with a slightly drier texture. For something new, All-Natural Alligator Jerky - Cajun is made from farm-raised alligator tenderloin. See more meats in our exotic jerky guide.
All-Natural Beef Jerky - Jalapeno
From $8.99
Not-too-hot jalapeno with a slightly drier texture.
Shop now“Nice size piece and flavorful. Not too spicy.”
— Crystal M., Judge.me review
All-Natural Alligator Jerky - Cajun
From $15.99
Farm-raised alligator tenderloin with Cajun spice.
Shop nowWant to climb higher on the heat scale? See The Best Spicy Jerky, Ranked by Heat.
Should I pick old-fashioned or soft keto jerky?
Both styles are in the Keto Friendly collection. Old Fashioned Style jerky from the Oklahoma Jerky Company is smoked for hours, gluten-free and tough in the classic way. If you'd rather have an easy chew, Soft and Tender Mesquite BBQ is labeled keto-friendly, with a subtle twang and a hint of brown sugar.
Old Fashioned Style Beef Jerky - Hickory
From $10.99
Old-fashioned, gluten-free and smoked for hours.
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Old Fashioned Style Beef Jerky - Peppered
From $10.99
Old-fashioned chew with peppered flavor.
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From $53.99
All five Old Fashioned Style flavors in one combo.
Shop now“I like the flavor and toughness of this jerky.”
— Dustin N., Judge.me review
Soft and Tender Style Beef Jerky - Mesquite BBQ
From $8.99
Soft and tender, labeled keto-friendly.
Shop nowNot sure which chew you like? Read Soft vs. Old-Fashioned Jerky.
Are there keto-friendly meat sticks?
Yes. Meat sticks start around $2-3 each and are individually wrapped, so they're easy to keep in a desk drawer, gym bag or car. The Snack Sticks Variety Pack - 8 Pieces has five stick flavors plus three meat and cheese packs, and its product page describes it as low in carbs and sugar.
Snack Sticks Variety Pack - 8 Pieces
From $14.99
Low in carbs and sugar, with meat and cheese packs.
Shop now“This stick is wonderfully delicious with the right amount of KICK!”
— Irene S., Judge.me review
Still deciding between strips and sticks? See Jerky vs. Meat Sticks.
How do the keto jerky picks compare?
| Pick | Flavor | Texture | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-Natural Beef Jerky - Cajun Boil | Savory, no heat | Classic | $8.99 |
| All-Natural Beef Jerky - Montreal Style | Steak seasoning | Classic | $8.99 |
| All-Natural Beef Jerky - Jalapeno | Mild jalapeno | Slightly drier | $8.99 |
| Soft and Tender Style Beef Jerky - Mesquite BBQ | Smoky BBQ, hint of sweet | Soft and tender | $8.99 |
| Old Fashioned Style Beef Jerky - Hickory | Smoky hickory | Old-fashioned | $10.99 |
| Snack Sticks Variety Pack - 8 Pieces | Five stick flavors | Sticks | $14.99 |
Frequently asked questions
Is jerky keto-friendly?
Jerky is dried meat, so it's naturally high in protein. What changes the carb count is the marinade. Savory, peppered and spicy flavors tend to be lower in sugar than sweet ones, and our Keto Friendly collection gathers the picks we label keto-friendly.
What's a low-carb jerky to start with?
All-Natural Beef Jerky - Cajun Boil has 1 gram of sugar and 1 carb per serving, according to its product page.
Are meat sticks keto-friendly?
Our Snack Sticks Variety Pack - 8 Pieces is described as low in carbs and sugar and perfect for a keto diet. Meat sticks start around $2-3 each and are individually wrapped.
Is there a soft keto jerky?
Yes. Soft and Tender Style Beef Jerky - Mesquite BBQ is soft and tender and labeled keto-friendly. It has a hint of brown sugar, so it's a touch sweeter than the savory picks.
Is there a spicy keto jerky?
Try All-Natural Beef Jerky - Jalapeno, a not-too-hot jalapeno, or All-Natural Alligator Jerky - Cajun, which is made from farm-raised alligator tenderloin.
What's the difference between keto jerky and low-sugar jerky?
They overlap a lot. Low sugar is about sugar per serving, while keto shoppers also watch total carbs. See How to Choose Low-Sugar Jerky for the sugar side.
How do I find the right jerky for me?
Read our What Jerky Is Right for You? guide, or Take the Quiz, Get a Free Bag.
Find your jerky
Not sure where to start? Our What Jerky Is Right for You? guide breaks down meats, flavors, heat and texture.
Keep reading: How to Choose Low-Sugar Jerky · Soft vs. Old-Fashioned Jerky · Jerky vs. Meat Sticks