Buffalo Jerky
Buffalo jerky is a dried, cured snack made from lean slices of American bison meat, typically marinated in a blend of spices and then dehydrated. It originates from the culinary traditions of the American West, particularly associated with Native American and frontier food preservation methods.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Buffalo jerky is an extremely high-protein, low-carb, and low-fat food, providing a dense source of essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical 1-ounce (28g) serving contains roughly 70-80 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Selenium | 12 mcg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 ounce (28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a historic survival food, while nutritionally, it's prized as a lean, sustainable alternative to beef jerky, often containing more protein per calorie due to bison's naturally lower fat content.
🍽️ Related dishes
AI estimate may be inaccurate · Terms