Biltong — Nutrition, Calories & Diet Check
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Biltong — 250 kcal, 50.0g protein and 2.0g carbs per 100g. Here's how it stacks up for keto, low-carb, high-protein, gluten-free and vegan snacking, with full typical nutrition per 30g serving.
Nutrition: Biltong (typical values)
| Per 100g | Per 30g serving | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 50.0g | 15.0g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.0g | 0.6g |
| of which sugars | 1.0g | 0.3g |
| Fat | 5.0g | 1.5g |
| Fibre | 0.5g | 0.1g |
| Salt | 4.0g | 1.2g |
Typical values for generic biltong; brands vary — always check the label. For full per-food nutrition data see our sister site's calorie and nutrition checker.
How many calories are in Biltong?
Biltong has 250 kcal per 100g. A typical 30g serving works out to 75 kcal — about 4% of a 2,000 kcal reference daily intake. Pre-packed portions vary by brand, so check the pack for the exact serving size.
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Is Biltong keto-friendly?
Yes. With 2.0g of carbohydrates per 100g (0.6g per typical serving), biltong fits comfortably within most ketogenic carb limits.
Is Biltong a good source of protein?
Yes — 50.0g of protein per 100g makes biltong one of the better snack choices for protein. A 30g serving delivers about 15.0g. If you're stocking up, a snack portion pot set makes it easy to keep portions in check.
Is Biltong healthy?
Mixed — it has real upsides but isn't a free pass. Biltong is a good source of protein (50.0g/100g) and low in sugar. On the downside, it's high in salt (4.0g/100g). A typical 30g serving is 75 kcal — portion size is what usually decides whether a snack like this fits a healthy diet.
Sugar, salt and overall balance
Per UK traffic-light thresholds, biltong is low in sugar (1.0g/100g) and high in salt (4.0g/100g), with 0.5g of fibre. At 250 kcal per 100g, portion size decides whether it fits your day. Portion control helps more than anything — some snackers keep a set of digital kitchen scales to hand for exactly that reason.
Biltong is closest in profile to air-dried steak, but biltong carries less protein (50.0g protein vs 52.0g protein for air-dried steak).
Curious what's actually in this kind of snack? Check additives and E-numbers with the food ingredient checker, and if you're pregnant or storing leftovers, our food safety guide covers what's safe.
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Last updated: · Typical values; check product labels