Beef jerky, original
Beef jerky, original by Jack Links provides 278 kcal per 100 g, with 11.1 g of sugars and 44.4 g of protein. That is 39% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Beef jerkies category. Contains: beef, gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 PACKAGE (18 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 278 kcal | 50 kcal | 306 −9% | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 7 −60% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 16.7 g | 3 g | 1% | 20.4 −18% |
| Total sugars | 11.1 g | 2 g | 18.3 −39% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.8 −100% |
| Protein | 44.4 g | 8 g | 16% | 39.2 +13% |
| Salt | 5.1 g | 0.9 g | 3.7 +38% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 879 Beef jerkies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other beef jerkies
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Beef, water, sugar, salt, less than 2% soy sauce [wheat, soybeans, salt), maltodextrin], flavorings, hydrolyzed corn, protein, yeast extract, citric acid.
- Allergens
- BeefGlutenSoybeans
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 PACKAGE (18 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0017082877567
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Beef jerky, original?
Beef jerky, original contains 278 kcal per 100 g and about 50 kcal per serving (1 PACKAGE (18 g)).
How much sugar is in Beef jerky, original?
Beef jerky, original has 11.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Beef jerky, original healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Beef jerky, original vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Beef jerky, original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Beef, Gluten, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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