Carbs in Beef
Keto-friendlyHow many carbs are in beef?
Beef has 0.1g net carbs per 100g — 0.1g total carbs minus 0g fiber — plus 14.7g protein, 14.9g fat, and 198 calories. That makes beef very low in net carbs and lower than the typical protein food, which averages about 9.2g net carbs per 100g. With this carb count, beef fits a keto or low-carb diet (usually 20–50g net carbs per day) in normal portions. Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.
Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Values per 100 g.
Is beef keto-friendly?
Yes — beef is keto-friendly. It has 0.1g net carbs per 100g (0.1g total carbs − 0g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.
Carbs by serving size
| Serving | Net carbs | Total carbs | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 0.1g | 0.1g | 14.7g | 198 |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 0g | 0g | 4.1g | 55 |
How many calories are in beef?
Beef has 198 calories per 100g. That's alongside 14.7g protein, 14.9g fat, and 0.1g net carbs per 100g.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 198 |
| Total carbs | 0.1g |
| Net carbs | 0.1g |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Sugar | 0g |
| Sugar alcohols | 0g |
| Protein | 14.7g |
| Fat | 14.9g |
| Sodium | 1220mg |
| Potassium | 297mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.
Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in beef?
- Beef has 0.1g of total carbs and 0.1g of net carbs per 100 grams.
- How many net carbs are in beef?
- Beef has 0.1g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 0.1g minus 0g fiber).
- Is beef keto-friendly?
- Yes — beef is keto-friendly. It has 0.1g net carbs per 100g (0.1g total carbs − 0g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.
- How many calories are in beef?
- Beef has 198 calories per 100 grams.
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