Beef Jerky

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Target diet: Vegan

Beef Jerky · Vegan

No, skip it.

honey, and 1 more.

  • honey
  • beef

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

honey

On the label

BEEFWATERBROWN SUGARSEASONING BLENDSALTSUGARMUSTARDMONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientshoney, beef
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
982 kcal
Fat
12.7 g
Saturated fat
0 g
low
Carbohydrates
89.3 g
Sugars
76.5 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
128 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, high in sugars, low in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

BEEF, WATER, BROWN SUGAR, SEASONING BLEND (SALT, BROWN SUGAR, SUGAR, MUSTARD, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, RED PEPPER, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, ONION POWDER, SPICE EXTRACTIVE), SWEET BABY RAY'S HONEY CHIPOTLE JERKY BASE (HONEY POWDER, [MALTODEXTRIN

Detailed analysis: why is Beef Jerky not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Beef Jerky is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • honey
  • beef

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: BEEF, WATER, BROWN SUGAR, SEASONING BLEND (SALT, BROWN SUGAR, SUGAR, MUSTARD, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, RED PEPPER, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, ONION POWDER, SPICE EXTRACTIVE), SWEET BABY RAY'S HONEY CHIPOTLE JERKY BASE (HONEY POWDER, [MALTODEXTRIN. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Beef Jerky contains 982 calories per 100g, with 128g of protein, 12.7g of fat, and 89.3g of carbohydrates (76.5g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beef Jerky Vegan?

No, Beef Jerky is generally not Vegan because it contains honey, beef.

Does Beef Jerky contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: BEEF, WATER, BROWN SUGAR, SEASONING BLEND (SALT, BROWN SUGAR, SUGAR, MUSTARD, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, RED PEPPER, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE,...

What are the nutritional facts of Beef Jerky?

Beef Jerky contains 982 calories per 100g, with 128g of protein, 89.3g of carbohydrates, and 12.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Beef Jerky?

Beef Jerky lists 76.5 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).

Is Beef Jerky ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Beef Jerky is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Beef Jerky on a Vegan diet?

No, Beef Jerky is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.