Carbs in Tamale

How many carbs are in tamale?

Tamale has 15g net carbs per 100g — 18.1g total carbs minus 3.1g fiber — plus 6.3g protein, 6.1g fat, and 153 calories. At this carb count, tamale is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Tamale
15g
Net carbs
18.1g
Total carbs
3.1g
Fiber
6.3g
Protein
6.1g
Fat
153
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is tamale keto-friendly?

Limit it

Tamale is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 15g net carbs per 100g (18.1g total carbs − 3.1g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
100 g (3.5 oz)15g18.1g153
1 oz (28 g)4.2g5.1g43

How many calories are in tamale?

Tamale has 153 calories per 100g. That's alongside 6.3g protein, 6.1g fat, and 15g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories153
Total carbs18.1g
Net carbs15g
Fiber3.1g
Sugar1g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein6.3g
Fat6.1g
Sodium427mg
Potassium131mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in tamale?
Tamale has 18.1g of total carbs and 15g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in tamale?
Tamale has 15g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 18.1g minus 3.1g fiber).
Is tamale keto-friendly?
Tamale is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 15g net carbs per 100g (18.1g total carbs − 3.1g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
How many calories are in tamale?
Tamale has 153 calories per 100 grams.

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