KETO VERDICTYES
NY strip is a top-tier keto choice: zero carbs, robust protein, and enough fat for flavor—just finish with butter or ghee to dial in macros.
Is NY Strip Steak Keto?
Beef
NY strip is a top-tier keto choice: zero carbs, robust protein, and enough fat for flavor—just finish with butter or ghee to dial in macros.
Each 100g serving delivers 0g net carbs, making it easy to keep things keto-friendly.
- Net carbs (100g)0g
- Protein (100g)24g
- Fat (100g)16g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100g (raw)
Net Carbs
0g
Total Carbs
0g
Fiber
0g
Protein
24g
Fat
16g
Calories
254
Source: USDA FoodData Central
WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY
- Zero carbs: aligns perfectly with ketogenic macros
- Protein + fat balance supports muscle preservation and satiety
- Leaner than ribeye but still richly flavored—easy to add fat via finishing butter
- Tender when properly cooked; great crust potential
- Versatile: excels with pan-searing, grilling, or reverse sear
- Nutrient-dense: heme iron, zinc, B vitamins, and selenium
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Complete protein supports muscle repair and metabolic health
- Rich in bioavailable iron for oxygen transport and energy
- High in zinc for immune function and protein synthesis
- B vitamins (B12, niacin, B6) aid energy metabolism
- Provides selenium for antioxidant and thyroid support
- Contains carnosine and creatine, which support performance
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
PAN SEAR PERFECTION
Bring steak to room temp, season well. Sear in hot cast-iron 4–5 minutes per side; baste with butter and herbs.
GRILLED CLASSIC
Grill over high heat 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare; finish with compound-butter (garlic + herbs).
REVERSE SEAR METHOD
Cook at 275°F (135°C) to ~115°F (46°C) internal, then sear 1–2 minutes per side for a deep crust.
GARLIC AND ROSEMARY
Pan-sear and baste with butter infused with rosemary, garlic, and thyme for steakhouse aroma.
BLUE CHEESE TOPPED
Sear, rest, then top with blue-cheese butter (blue-cheese + grass-fed-butter).
ASIAN MARINADE
Marinate in coconut-aminos, sesame-oil, garlic, and ginger 2–4 hours; grill hot and fast.