Is Tamari Keto?

Asian Sauces
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KETO VERDICTYES

Tamari fits keto when used sparingly. It’s a usually gluten-free soy sauce alternative with low carbs per typical serving (~1g per tbsp); check labels for wheat and added sugars.

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YOUR PORTION

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Per 100 g (as listed by source). Curated estimate; estimated values.

How this is calculated

total carbohydrate - fiber. Each published value is multiplied by your portion divided by the reference amount. No extra fiber, sugar alcohol or allulose deductions are applied here.

Grams and milliliters are not interchangeable. Household measures require a food-specific conversion; check your scale or product label.

4.8gnet carbs in your portion

Total carbs
4.8g
Fiber
0g
Protein
9g
Fat
0.2g
Calories
45
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Tamari fits keto when used sparingly. It’s a usually gluten-free soy sauce alternative with low carbs per typical serving (~1g per tbsp); check labels for wheat and added sugars.

The 100 g reference amount provides 4.8g net carbs and can fit common keto portions.

  • Net carbs (100 g)4.8g
  • Protein (100 g)9g
  • Fat (100 g)0.2g
  • Keto verdictKeto-friendly

NUTRITION FACTS

Per 100 g (as listed by source)

Net Carbs
4.8g
Total Carbs
4.8g
Fiber
0g
Protein
9g
Fat
0.2g
Calories
45

Source: Curated estimate

Source fit: curated estimate; not an exact source match

Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber

A USDA reference record exists, but the displayed basis or macros do not directly reproduce it, so KetoLens does not attribute these values to USDA. Check the current label for packaged products.

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

WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY

  • Low net carbs per tablespoon (~1g) adds umami without spiking carbs
  • Works as a 1:1 swap for soy sauce in keto stir-fries and marinades
  • Intense flavor means small amounts go a long way

PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS

STIR-FRIES

Use as the salty base for keto stir-fries with chicken-thighs, broccoli, and sesame-oil.

QUICK MARINADE

Mix tamari with garlic, ginger, and a splash of rice vinegar; marinate salmon or tofu, then pan-sear.