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Biltong
Biltong by Ember provides 244 kcal per 100 g, with 0.6 g of sugars and 52 g of protein. That is 97% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Snacks category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (50 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 244 kcal | 122 kcal | 453 −46% | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 2.2 g | 3% | 25.3 −83% |
| Carbohydrates | 2.2 g | 1.1 g | 0% | 48.9 −95% |
| Total sugars | 0.6 g | 0.3 g | 18.8 −97% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 8.8 −100% |
| Protein | 52 g | 26 g | 52% | 13.3 +290% |
| Salt | 5.3 g | 2.7 g | 1.1 +391% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 35657 Snacks products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other snacks
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
220g of beef used for every 100g of biltong, salt, coriander, distilled spirit vinegar, garlic, pepper, nutmeg, ground cloves, chilli, preservatives: sodium nitrate, potassium sorbate. Made in the UK using beef from the UK and Ireland. an Nutritional info: per 100g per 50g pack WS - Energy
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Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 serving (50 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Source of proteinsHigh proteins
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5060534670594
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Biltong?
Biltong contains 244 kcal per 100 g and about 122 kcal per serving (1 serving (50 g)).
How much sugar is in Biltong?
Biltong has 0.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Biltong healthy?
It is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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