KETO VERDICTLIMIT
Coconut aminos can fit keto in small amounts, but it isn’t carb-free. Expect roughly ~20g net carbs per 100g (≈3g per tablespoon). Use as a flavor accent, not a free-pour sauce.
Are Coconut Aminos Keto?
Asian Sauces
Coconut aminos can fit keto in small amounts, but it isn’t carb-free. Expect roughly ~20g net carbs per 100g (≈3g per tablespoon). Use as a flavor accent, not a free-pour sauce.
- Net carbs (100g)20g
- Protein (100g)1g
- Fat (100g)0g
- Keto verdictLimit portions
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100g (raw)
Net Carbs
20g
Total Carbs
20g
Fiber
0g
Protein
1g
Fat
0g
Calories
80
Source: USDA FoodData Central
WHY TO LIMIT IT ON KETO
- Works in small portions (≈1 tsp ~1g net carbs if ~3g/tbsp)
- Lower sodium than many soy sauces, helpful for salt-sensitive eaters
- Gluten-free and soy-free alternative for Asian-style seasoning
- Adds umami/savory-sweet depth without added table sugar
- Easy to dilute with water or stock to stretch flavor per carb
- Best used as a finishing splash rather than a primary sauce
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Naturally gluten-free and soy-free; suitable for many dietary needs
- Typically lower sodium than standard soy sauce
- Provides trace minerals from coconut sap (small amounts)
- Can enhance palatability of veggie-heavy keto meals, supporting adherence
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
STIR-FRIES
Use as a soy-sauce alternative for keto stir-fries—add near the end and taste as you go.
QUICK MARINADE
Mix with sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a splash of vinegar-apple-cider for a fast meat or tofu marinade.
DIPPING SAUCE
Combine with chili (sriracha), lime juice, and a little fish-sauce for a balanced, low-carb dip.
SALAD DRESSING
Whisk with olive-oil, vinegar-apple-cider, and a pinch of allulose for an umami vinaigrette.