Is BBQ sauce keto?
Not keto-friendly
No, bbq sauce is not keto-friendly. A serving (2 tbsp (34 g)) has about 13.3 g of net carbs, about 53% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
A tablespoon has about 7 grams of sugar. Use a sugar-free brand or a dry rub.
A typical serving is 2 tbsp (34 g). That has 58 calories, 0.3 g protein, 0.2 g fat and 13.3 g net carbs (13.6 g total carbs − 0.3 g fiber).
How many servings fit in your carb budget?
Based on using your entire daily net-carb limit on this one food, which you would not do in practice.
Lower-carb swaps for bbq sauce
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 172 kcal · 39.1 g net carbs · 1 g protein · 0.6 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is bbq sauce keto?
No, bbq sauce is not keto-friendly. A serving (2 tbsp (34 g)) has about 13.3 g of net carbs, about 53% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in bbq sauce?
A serving of bbq sauce (2 tbsp (34 g)) has about 13.6 g of total carbohydrates and 0.3 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 13.3 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 39.1 g of net carbs.
Can I eat bbq sauce on a keto diet?
Most people on keto avoid it. A tablespoon has about 7 grams of sugar. Use a sugar-free brand or a dry rub. If you want to fit it in, treat it as an occasional small portion and count the carbs.
What can I eat instead of bbq sauce?
Lower-carb swaps include yellow mustard, mayonnaise, hot sauce, olive oil.
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