KETO VERDICTYES
Keto-friendly in small amounts: about 4g net carbs per 100g (~0.6g per tablespoon / 15ml). Use as a flavor booster rather than a pour-over.
Is Low Sodium Soy Sauce Keto?
Asian Sauces
Keto-friendly in small amounts: about 4g net carbs per 100g (~0.6g per tablespoon / 15ml). Use as a flavor booster rather than a pour-over.
- Net carbs (100g)4.1g
- Protein (100g)8.1g
- Fat (100g)0.6g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100g (raw)
Net Carbs
4.1g
Total Carbs
4.9g
Fiber
0.8g
Protein
8.1g
Fat
0.6g
Calories
53
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.