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How much protein is in beef jerky?

One pack of beef jerky (28 g) has about 9.2 g of protein. Per 100 g, that is 33 g.

Beef jerky is dried lean beef, so it packs a lot of protein into a small, shelf-stable snack.

Beef jerky

9.2 gprotein per pack

Protein in beef jerky by portion

PortionProtein
pack (28 g)9.2 g
100 g33 g

Typical values. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.

How beef jerky compares

Beef jerky ranks #6 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:

How much beef jerky to hit your target

91 gof beef jerky gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
7%of a 126 g daily target in one pack of beef jerky
26%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g

126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.

Questions about protein in beef jerky

How much protein is in one pack of beef jerky?

One pack of beef jerky (28 g) has about 9.2 g of protein. Per 100 g, beef jerky has 33 g.

Is beef jerky high in protein?

Yes. With 33 g of protein per 100 g, beef jerky is one of the more protein-dense foods, ranking #6 of the 44 foods in our list.

How much beef jerky do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 91 g, or about 3 packs, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.

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