Buffalo Biltong
Buffalo Biltong is a high-protein, air-dried meat snack made from lean buffalo (water buffalo) meat, cured with vinegar and spices. It originates from South Africa, where biltong is a traditional preserved meat, and this version uses buffalo as a leaner alternative to beef.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
It is very high in protein and virtually carb-free, making it a low-calorie, nutrient-dense snack. A typical serving provides a substantial amount of protein, iron, and B vitamins, with a calorie count around 150-200 kcal per 50g serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Selenium | 15 µg |
Per 50 g (about 2 oz) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Biltong differs from jerky in its preparation—it's air-dried in larger pieces and uses vinegar, which acts as a preservative and adds tang. Buffalo meat is often leaner than beef, giving this snack a unique nutritional profile with less fat.
