Is Buffalo Sauce Keto?

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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.

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.