How many calories in biltong
A portion of biltong, about 50 g, has 140 kcal, with 28 g of protein.
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Biltong is dried meat from South Africa, usually beef. Strips are cured in vinegar, salt and coriander, then hung to dry in the air.
A 50 g portion is 140 kcal, with 28 g of protein, 3 g of fat and almost no carbs. That's a lot of protein for a snack that fits in a pocket.
Lean cuts keep it this low. Fatty biltong and droëwors, the dried sausage, carry more fat and more calories.
Tips
- 1Buy lean biltong if you want the number on this page.
- 2Weigh out a portion into a bowl instead of eating from the bag.
- 3Drink water with it, it's salty.
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Questions
What is biltong?
Strips of meat, usually beef, cured in vinegar, salt and spices and dried in the air. A South African staple.
Is biltong high in protein?
Yes. About 28 g in a 50 g portion, for 140 kcal.
Is biltong smoked?
No. It is cured in vinegar and spices and then dried in moving air, without smoke or heat.
What's the difference between biltong and jerky?
Biltong is cured in vinegar and spices and air dried, often in thick pieces. Jerky is usually sliced thin and dried with heat or smoke.
Is biltong low carb?
Yes. A portion has about 1 g of carbs.
