Is Low Sodium Soy Sauce Keto?

Asian Sauces
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KETO VERDICTYES

Keto-friendly in small amounts: about 0.8g net carbs per 1 tbsp (15ml). Use as a flavor booster rather than a pour-over.

Keto-friendly in small amounts: about 0.8g net carbs per 1 tbsp (15ml). Use as a flavor booster rather than a pour-over.

  • Net carbs (100g)0.8g
  • Protein (100g)1.3g
  • Fat (100g)0g
  • Keto verdictKeto-friendly

NUTRITION FACTS

Per 100g (raw)

Net Carbs
0.8g
Total Carbs
0.8g
Fiber
0g
Protein
1.3g
Fat
0g
Calories
10

Source: USDA FoodData Central

WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY

  • Very low net carbs per tablespoon
  • Intense umami lets you use less overall
  • Lower sodium than regular soy sauce, supporting electrolyte balance

HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Fermentation-derived amino acids for savory depth
  • Lower sodium option may help manage daily salt intake
  • Trace minerals from fermentation (minute amounts)

PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS

STIR-FRIES

Toss 1–2 tsp with garlic, sesame-oil, and shirataki-noodles or cauliflower-rice for a quick keto stir-fry.

MARINADE

Combine with sesame-oil, garlic, and a touch of miso-paste to marinate salmon, chicken-thighs, or beef.

DIPPING SAUCE

Mix with rice-vinegar (use vinegar-white or vinegar-apple-cider), a little chili-sauce, and sesame-seeds.