Is Wasabi Keto?

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KETO VERDICTLIMIT

Use sparingly on keto. Prepared wasabi paste is mostly horseradish + starch + sorbitol/sugar—~40g net carbs per 100g—but a realistic dab is tiny (~2g per teaspoon), so it contributes minimal carbs.

Use sparingly on keto. Prepared wasabi paste is mostly horseradish + starch + sorbitol/sugar—~40g net carbs per 100g—but a realistic dab is tiny (~2g per teaspoon), so it contributes minimal carbs.

  • Net carbs (100g)40g
  • Protein (100g)0g
  • Fat (100g)10g
  • Keto verdictLimit portions

NUTRITION FACTS

Per 100g (raw)

Net Carbs
40g
Total Carbs
40g
Fiber
0g
Protein
0g
Fat
10g
Calories
300

Source: USDA FoodData Central

WHY TO LIMIT IT ON KETO

  • Intense heat and flavor means tiny portions go a long way
  • Feasible on keto when limited to pea-sized amounts with sashimi or low-carb dishes

HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Traditionally fermented/plant compounds may offer mild anti-inflammatory support

PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS

SASHIMI CONDIMENT

Serve a pea-sized dab with salmon or tuna sashimi (skip rice) and tamari.