Great for keto when sugar-free. Classic mix of hot sauce + butter/ghee is ~0g per tablespoon (≈1–2g/100g), so you can add big flavor with minimal carb impact. Use teaspoons to taste.
Is Buffalo Sauce Keto?
Hot Sauces

KETO VERDICTYES
Great for keto when sugar-free. Classic mix of hot sauce + butter/ghee is ~0g per tablespoon (≈1–2g/100g), so you can add big flavor with minimal carb impact. Use teaspoons to taste.
Each 100g serving delivers ≈0g (per 1 tbsp) net carbs, making it easy to keep things keto-friendly.
- Net carbs (100g)≈0g (per 1 tbsp)
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
- CategoryHot Sauces
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100g (raw)
Net Carbs
≈0g (per 1 tbsp)
Per 100g
1–2g net carbs / 100g
Source: USDA FoodData Central
WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY
- Very low net carbs in small servings; easy to fit strict macros
- High-fat when made with butter/ghee helps balance keto ratios
- Intense flavor means tiny amounts go a long way
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Capsaicin may support thermogenesis and appetite control
- Butter/ghee versions add fat-soluble vitamin carriers
- Vinegar base can complement low-carb meals
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
DIRECT USE
Toss chicken-wings hot from the fryer/air fryer with melted butter and buffalo sauce.
MARINADES
Whisk buffalo sauce with olive-oil and garlic; marinate chicken-thighs or shrimp.
DIPPING SAUCE
Stir into ranch-dressing or serve alongside blue-cheese-dressing with celery.
COOKING BASE
Drizzle over cauliflower-rice or fold with extra ghee for a creamy pan sauce.