Is Beef Jerky a Good Source of Protein?

Of all the macronutrients, protein must have the best PR person in the world. Everyone (and we mean everybody) is incredibly concerned about their protein intake. Poor carbohydrates and fats are always the macronutrients left behind.

Don’t get me wrong, protein IS important. In fact, the word protein comes from the Greek word meaning “first” or “primary”. It is the only macronutrient our bodies truly cannot live without, as we need the nine essential amino acids it provides. We can’t make those ourselves.

Protein is also popular because it is an essential nutrient for building muscle, weight loss, metabolism, satiety, and healthy aging.

But many high protein foods, like meat, require cooking and proper storage. With our on-the-go lives, we need a source of protein that is portable and doesn’t need to be stored in the fridge.

Beef jerky is a great option for a portable protein. So, is beef jerky a good source of protein? How much protein is in beef jerky and how can you get the most benefits from including it in your daily routine?

Let’s find out.

How Much Protein is in Beef Jerky?

According to the USDA nutrition database, 100 grams of beef jerky has about 33 grams of protein. This translates to 1 ounce having about 9 grams of protein in beef jerky. This applies to your average beef jerky, it doesn’t take into account fat content or preparation methods, which can alter the nutrition content.

Our Chomps beef jerky has 10 grams of protein. So how much protein is in beef jerky? Here is a breakdown of our flavors at Chomps: