When you need a snack on your road trip or just to get through the day, consider reaching for a stick of beef jerky. Not only is it convenient to eat, but it also provides a powerful pack of protein.
Yet some people are wary of jery due to the number of carbs in it.
Thankfully, low-carb beef jerky is available for those who want to watch their carbs and still enjoy a delicious snack. Here are a few benefits of low-carb beef jerky that you might want to consider.
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1. Often Keto-Friendly
When undergoing the keto diet, finding a snack that fits it can be difficult. Traditional beef jerky doesn’t fit into the diet because it’s packed with preservatives and other unpleasant additives.
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That isn’t always the case with low-carb beef jerky. There are several brands available that are actually keto-friendly. You can easily stick with your keto diet and still receive all of the dietary benefits that a snack like low-carb beef jerky provides.
2. Long-Lasting Snack
Another great benefit of low-carb beef jerky is that, just like regular beef jerky, it can last a long time. Interestingly enough, beef jerky has been known to exist since the time of Ancient Egypt. At that time, Egyptians would dry and preserve the meat for long journeys through the desert, where food might be scarce.
While you may not have to worry about starving in the desert, you can still buy a ton of low-carb beef jerky and still have it ready to eat years later. Whether you like to buy in bulk or simply have a tendency to buy snacks and leave them in the cupboard, you don’t have to worry about wasting your money on food that goes bad.
Your low-carb beef jerky will still be ready to eat whenever you want it.
3. Low Sugar and Carbs
Another benefit of low-carb beef jerky is that it’s also typically low in sugar as well. Low-carb beef jerky is the way to go for those who don’t want sugary snacks or don’t want to give their children sugary snacks. You can often find many brands that offer low-sugar and low-carb beef jerky.
However, it’s typical for low-carb beef jerky to be low-sugar just in its inception. Instead of receiving all of that sugar and those carbs, you simply get the boost from the protein. You’ll feel full and have protein flowing through your body for muscle development and energy.
4. Gluten-Free
When looking for a brand of low-carb beef jerky, you can often find ones that make their jerky gluten-free. This is a great benefit because gluten alone can sometimes add unnecessary carbs to the jerky. For those with a gluten allergy, you can safely eat beef jerky without worrying about the consequences.
Just because you’re eating something that has been dried doesn’t mean you should settle for unhealthy meat. Low-carb beef jerky can be one of the healthiest snacks you could ever eat.
5. Delicious
No one wants to eat a snack that doesn’t taste good. Low-carb beef jerky doesn’t sacrifice taste for its carbs. A lot of the beef jerky you can find that’s low carn has a steak-like flavor. You can also find smoky-flavored low-carb beef, beefy with mouth-water seasonings flavored low-carb beef jerky, spicy low-carb beef jerky, and many others.
Consider low-carb beef jerky when it’s snack time.
Old Wisconsin Beef Sausage Snack Sticks, Naturally Smoked, Ready to Eat, High Protein, Low Carb, Keto, Gluten Free, 26 Ounce Resealable Package
- Contains one (1) 26 oz. resealable package of beef sausage snack sticks
- Beef sausage snack sticks are a delicious ready-to-eat paleo alternative to beef jerky and other dried meat snacks
- We handcraft our sausage snacks with only the most premium cuts of meat, with no binders, fillers, or extenders
- Our beef snack sticks are carefully spiced and smoked to enhance the delicious, natural flavor of our high-quality beef
- These appetizing snack sticks contain no MSG and are the ultimate blend of convenience and flavor, perfect for men, women, and kids on-the-go looking to give their taste buds a healthy treat
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Tillamook Country Smoker Keto Friendly Zero Sugar Beef Jerky, Original, 6.5 Ounce
- Keto Friendly Zero Sugar Original Beef Jerky: This beef jerky brings the great taste of our real, hardwood smoked jerky but with 0 grams sugar, 0 grams total carbs, and 14 grams of protein per serving
- Perfect Protein On the Go: With 14 grams of protein per serving, our artfully smoked, premium beef jerky makes for a perfect portable protein snack anytime to keep you satisfied and energized on the go
- Shop Our Whole Range: We make a wide variety of jerky and meat sticks, including Keto Friendly Zero Sugar, Old Fashioned, Teriyaki, Pepperoni, Spicy Jalapeño, Sweet and Spicy, Pepper, and more
- Crafted by the Best: We use only the best beef and seasonings fresh from the farm; Smoking our beef jerky over real hardwood gives it an unparalleled taste; No shortcuts, just fire and smoke and patience
- Handcrafted in Oregon: For over 4 decades, we’ve been making mouth watering smokehouse snacks, the kind you can only get when you mix hard work, simple ingredients and real hardwood smoke
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Tillamook Country Smoker Keto Friendly Zero Sugar Smoked Sausages, Original, 10 Ounce
- Keto Friendly Zero Sugar Original Smoked Sausages: These meat sticks are the perfect snack for an active lifestyle, with 0 grams of sugar, 0 grams of total carbs, and 9 grams of protein per serving; Stock your pantry and gym bag with a dozen
- Perfect Protein On the Go: With 9 grams of protein per serving, our artfully smoked, premium meat sticks make for a perfect portable protein snack anytime to keep you satisfied and energized on the go
- Shop Our Whole Range: We make a wide variety of jerky and meat sticks, including Keto Friendly Zero Sugar, Old Fashioned, Teriyaki, Pepperoni, Spicy Jalapeño, Sweet and Spicy, Pepper, and more
- Crafted by the Best: We use only the best beef, pork, and seasonings fresh from the farm; Smoking our meat sticks over real hardwood gives them an unparalleled taste; No shortcuts, just fire and smoke and patience
- Handcrafted in Oregon: For over 4 decades, we’ve been making mouth watering smokehouse snacks, the kind you can only get when you mix hard work, simple ingredients and real hardwood smoke
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Jack Link's Beef Jerky, Zero Sugar, Paleo Friendly Snack with No Artificial Sweeteners, 13g of Protein and 70 Calories Per Serving, No Sugar Everyday Snack, 7.3 oz (Pack of 2)
- LOW CARB SNACK – Jack Link's Zero Sugar Beef Jerky is the jerky you love, with zero sugar. What's not in this bag is almost as important as what is – no artificial sweeteners, no added nitrates, just 1 carbohydrate and 100% delicious beef jerky
- MADE WITH 100% PREMIUM BEEF – Just like the Jack Link's Original Beef Jerky you already love, this no sugar jerky is made with lean cuts of 100% premium beef. It's 98% fat free and makes an epic, high protein snack you'll crave. Zero trans fat
- EXCELLENT SOURCE OF PROTEIN – Protein is an essential part of your diet and Jack Link's Beef Jerky is a delicious way to get it. With 13g of high quality protein and 70 calories per serving, it's a must have snack to keep you going strong out hunting
- FULL ON FLAVOR – Jack Link's Zero Sugar Beef Jerky is marinated in our signature blend of herbs and spices and slow cooked over hardwood smoke for that timeless jerky flavor you love without any sugar
- AMERICA'S JERKY BRAND – When you open a Jack Link's meat snack, you get a taste of the American tradition that made this family business a success: hard work, fun and quality products. Our protein snacks are the fuel to help you Feed Your Wild Side
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Jack Link's Beef Sticks, Zero Sugar, Original – Protein Snack, Meat Stick with 6g of Protein, Made with 100% Beef, Great Stocking Stuffer Gift, No Added MSG – 0.92 Oz. (20 Count)
- MADE WITH 100% PREMIUM BEEF – Made with 100% beef and no sugar, each Jack Link’s beef stick delivers 6g of protein to help you power through when you need it. Makes a tasty holiday gift for the whole family. Perfect mens christmas gift.
- GOOD SOURCE OF PROTEIN – With 6g of protein, Jack Link’s Beef Sticks are the protein snack you need to help you power thru your day. They’re an epic snack you’re sure to crave.
- FULL ON FLAVOR – Jack Link’s Zero Sugar Beef Sticks are seasoned with our signature blend of herbs and spices and slow cooked over hardwood smoke for that timeless flavor you love without any sugar.
- GOES WHERE YOU GO - One-handed snacking is the way to go when you and your family are on the move. Jack Link’s Beef Sticks are a tasty snack the whole family loves. Take it on your next hiking trip, sports game, or hike!
- SELLING BEEF JERKY BRAND - When you open a bag of Jack Link’s, you get a taste of the American tradition that made this family business a success: hard work, fun and quality products. Our protein snacks are the fuel for people to Feed Their Wild Side.
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Tillamook Country Smoker Real Hardwood Smoked Sausages, Hunter's Sausage Meat Sticks, Low Carb, High Protein, Ready to Eat Snacks, 36 Count Bulk Pack
- Hunter's Sausage Meat Sticks: The mild yet smoky flavor of these meat sticks is inspired by traditional German “Landjäger” (translates to "Hunter") dried sausages, popular with hunters and hikers. Bulk pack of tasty snacks for adults & kids
- Perfect Protein On the Go: With 13 grams of protein per serving, our artfully smoked, premium meat sticks make for perfect protein snacks. Enjoy these snacks anytime, to keep you satisfied & energized on the go. School, travel, office or home
- Shop Our Whole Range: We make a wide variety of jerky and meat sticks, including Keto Friendly Zero Sugar, Old Fashioned, Teriyaki, Pepperoni, Spicy Jalapeño, Sweet and Spicy, Pepper, and more
- Crafted by the Best: We use only the best beef, pork, and seasonings fresh from the farm; Smoking our jerky and meat sticks over real hardwood gives them an unparalleled taste. No shortcuts, just fire and smoke and patience
- Handcrafted in Oregon: For over 4 decades, we’ve been making mouth watering smokehouse snacks, the kind you can only get when you mix hard work, simple ingredients and real hardwood smoke
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Tillamook Country Smoker Zero Sugar Keto Friendly Beef Jerky, Teriyaki, 2.2 Ounce
- Satisfy Your Hunger: Savory beef real hardwood Smoked to perfection
- Keto-ly snack: tender premium beef with 14g of protein, 0g of sugar, 0g of total carbs, and no MSG or sweeteners in each serving
- Perfect Protein On-The-Go: Our is great for lunch time, after school, on road trips, post workout, and during fun outdoor activities
- Simply Good: Our is handcrafted in Tillamook County, Oregon over real hardwood - you can taste the difference
- Crafted By The Best. For The Best: we use only the best ingredients fresh from the farm to smoke and season our meat snacks
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Tillamook Country Smoker Original Chophouse Bites 2.5 oz
- Unique Zero Sugar Snacks: These delicious zero sugar pork bites are the first of their kind! Zero carb tender cuts of 100% premium natural USA pork, flavored with our Original recipe. Perfect anytime snacks for adults & kids
- Perfect Protein On the Go: With 8 grams of protein per serving, our artfully smoked premium pork bites make perfect portable protein snacks. Enjoy these gluten free snacks anytime, to keep you satisfied and energized on the go. School, travel, office or home
- Shop Our Whole Range: We make a wide variety of jerky and meat sticks, including Keto Friendly Zero Sugar, Old Fashioned, Teriyaki, Pepperoni, Spicy Jalapeno, Sweet and Spicy, Pepper, and more
- Crafted by the Best: We use only the best beef, pork, and seasonings fresh from the farm; Smoking our meat sticks over real hardwood gives them an unparalleled taste; No shortcuts, just fire and smoke and patience
- Handcrafted on the Oregon Coast: For over 4 decades, we’ve been making mouth watering smokehouse snacks, the kind you can only get when you mix hard work, simple ingredients and real hardwood smoke
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Tillamook Country Smoker Keto Friendly Zero Sugar Beef Jerky, Hot & Spicy, 2.2 Ounce
- Zero Sugar Keto Friendly Hot and Spicy Beef Jerky: This beef jerky brings the heat, powered by premium habaneros with 0 grams sugar, 0 grams total carbs, and 14 grams of protein per serving
- Perfect Protein On the Go: With 14 grams of protein per serving, our artfully smoked, premium beef jerky makes for a perfect portable protein snack anytime to keep you satisfied and energized on the go
- Shop Our Whole Range: We make a wide variety of jerky and meat sticks, including Keto Friendly Zero Sugar, Old Fashioned, Teriyaki, Pepperoni, Spicy Jalapeño, Sweet and Spicy, Pepper, and more
- Crafted by the Best: We use only the best beef and seasonings fresh from the farm; Smoking our beef jerky over real hardwood gives it an unparalleled taste; No shortcuts, just fire and smoke and patience
- Handcrafted in Oregon: For over 4 decades, we’ve been making mouth watering smokehouse snacks, the kind you can only get when you mix hard work, simple ingredients and real hardwood smoke
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Tillamook Country Smoker Zero Sugar Keto Friendly Beef Jerky, Original, 2.2 Ounce
- Zero Sugar Keto Friendly Beef Jerky: This Zero Sugar Beef Jerky in our Original flavor brings the great taste of our real, hardwood smoked jerky but with 0 grams sugar, 0 grams total carbs, and 14 grams of protein per serving
- Perfect Protein On the Go: With 14 grams of protein per serving, our artfully smoked, premium beef jerky makes for a perfect portable protein snack anytime to keep you satisfied and energized on the go
- Shop Our Whole Range: We make a wide variety of jerky and meat sticks, including Keto Friendly Zero Sugar, Old Fashioned, Teriyaki, Pepperoni, Spicy Jalapeño, Sweet and Spicy, Pepper, and more
- Crafted by the Best: We use only the best beef and seasonings fresh from the farm; Smoking our beef jerky over real hardwood gives it an unparalleled taste; No shortcuts, just fire and smoke and patience
- Handcrafted in Oregon: For over 4 decades, we’ve been making mouth watering smokehouse snacks, the kind you can only get when you mix hard work, simple ingredients and real hardwood smoke
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Jack Link's Beef Jerky, Teriyaki, Multipack Bags - Flavorful Meat Snack for Lunches, Ready to Eat - 7g of Protein, Made with Premium Beef, No Added MSG** - 0.625 oz (Pack of 20)
- GOOD SOURCE OF PROTEIN: Protein is an essential part of a balanced diet and Jack Link's Teriyaki Beef Jerky is a delicious way to get more. With 7 grams of protein and 50 calories per serving, it's a protein-packed snack the whole family will enjoy.
- 20 COUNT MULTIPACK: This pack contains 20, .625 oz, single-serving bags so you always have a protein-packed snack on hand. Pack in lunches, bring to work or hunting for powering through the the day. Perfect mens christmas gift or gift for teens.
- MADE WITH 100% BEEF: Our Teriyaki Beef Jerky is made of lean cuts of 100% premium beef. It's 96% fat free and has no added MSG** and no added nitrates or nitrites. **Except for that naturally occurring in soy sauce
- FULL OF FLAVOR: Each strip of Teriyaki Beef Jerky is marinated with our special blend of soy, garlic, ginger and brown sugar. Then, it's slow cooked over hardwood smoke for a smoky flavor. It's slightly sweet and mild flavor the entire family will love
- LUNCHBOX READY: Ready to eat packs require no refrigeration and are a great way to get protein in your kids' lunch (or yours). No leftovers. In fact, we wouldn't be surprised if they ask for two bags.
QUOTE:
"You might be a redneck if you think that beef jerky and moon pies are two of the major food groups."
-- Jeff Foxworthy
"You might be a redneck if you think that beef jerky and moon pies are two of the major food groups."
-- Jeff Foxworthy
