Is Hoisin Sauce Keto?

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KETO VERDICTLIMIT

Hoisin sauce should be very limited on keto—~41g net carbs per 100g (about 6g per tablespoon). Use sparingly or swap for low-carb alternatives.

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YOUR PORTION

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Per 100 g (as listed by source). USDA FoodData Central.

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41.3gnet carbs in your portion

Total carbs
44.1g
Fiber
2.8g
Protein
3.3g
Fat
3.4g
Calories
220
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The 100 g reference amount has 41.3g net carbs, so keep portions small or choose a lower-carb swap.

  • Net carbs (100 g)41.3g
  • Protein (100 g)3.3g
  • Fat (100 g)3.4g
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NUTRITION FACTS

Per 100 g (as listed by source)

Net Carbs
41.3g
Total Carbs
44.1g
Fiber
2.8g
Protein
3.3g
Fat
3.4g
Calories
220

Source: USDA FoodData Central reference record

Source fit: generic reference; variety, brand, or preparation may differ

Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber

This USDA record is used as a generic nutrition reference; variety, brand, or preparation may differ.

Nutrition record reviewed 2026-07-09. Maintained by KetoLens Team.

WHY TO LIMIT IT ON KETO

  • Not recommended: sugar-dense sauce (often contains sugar, starch, and sweet soybean paste)
  • Carb concentration: even 1 tbsp can add ~5g net carbs quickly
  • Sticky glazes encourage overuse—easy to overshoot daily limits
  • Better approach: mimic flavors with lower-carb condiments (tamari, soy-sauce-low-sodium, coconut-aminos)
  • If used, dilute with vinegar-apple-cider and soy to stretch flavor for fewer carbs
  • Reserve for rare, measured use—avoid as an everyday condiment

PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS

DIY LOW-CARB “HOISIN”

Whisk tamari (or soy-sauce-low-sodium) with a little coconut-aminos, allulose, sesame-oil, garlic, chili-sauce, and vinegar-apple-cider for a lower-carb stand-in.

ULTRA-LIGHT GLAZE

Thin 1 tsp hoisin with 2–3 tbsp soy-sauce-low-sodium and vinegar-apple-cider; brush lightly on grilled meats.

DIPPING SUBSTITUTE

Combine peanut-butter with tamari, lime, and a touch of sriracha for a savory dip without hoisin’s sugars.

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