KETO VERDICTYES
Beef heart is excellent for keto: ~0.1g net carbs and ~17.7g protein per 100g. It eats like a lean steak and brings organ-level micronutrients (notably CoQ10) with virtually no carbs—just add fat to balance macros.
Is Beef Heart Keto?
Organ Meats
Beef heart is excellent for keto: ~0.1g net carbs and ~17.7g protein per 100g. It eats like a lean steak and brings organ-level micronutrients (notably CoQ10) with virtually no carbs—just add fat to balance macros.
- Net carbs (100g)0.1g
- Protein (100g)17.7g
- Fat (100g)5.7g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100g (raw)
Net Carbs
0.1g
Total Carbs
0.1g
Fiber
0g
Protein
17.7g
Fat
5.7g
Calories
112
Source: USDA FoodData Central
WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY
- Near-zero carbs (~0.1g/100g) fit strict keto
- High-quality, complete protein for muscle maintenance
- One of the richest natural sources of CoQ10 for mitochondrial energy
- Excellent B-vitamin profile to support energy and ketone metabolism
- Approachable flavor—more like lean steak than “organ”
- Lean base protein you can pair with keto fats (ghee, olive-oil, beef-tallow)
HEALTH BENEFITS
- CoQ10 supports cardiovascular and cellular energy production
- High in vitamin B12 and B6 for nervous system and metabolism
- Heme iron supports oxygen transport and combats fatigue
- Selenium and zinc aid thyroid, immunity, and protein synthesis
- Phosphorus supports bone health and ATP production
- Contains taurine which may support heart and neurological function
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
GRILLED HEART STEAKS
Slice into steaks, marinate with olive-oil, garlic, and herbs; grill 3–4 minutes per side. Finish with chimichurri.
ANTICUCHOS (PERUVIAN SKEWERS)
Marinate cubes with vinegar, cumin, and chili (aji panca); skewer and grill hot and fast.
SLOW-BRAISED STEW
Cube and braise low and slow in bone-broth with aromatics until tender (3–4 hours).
QUICK STIR-FRY
Slice thin against the grain; sear briefly with bell-pepper-green and bell-pepper-red, finish with tamari.
PRESSURE-COOKED & SLICED
Cook whole with onions and bay leaf; slice thin and serve with chimichurri or pesto.