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Jerky Flamin Hot
Snacks, Chips & Dips
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Jerky Flamin Hot

Jack Link's
2.65 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
10g
Protein
5g
Sugars
590mg
Sodium
22
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Jack Link's Jerky Flamin Hot is a shelf-stable, single-serve meat snack packaged in a small 2.65 oz pouch that you'd typically find in the snack aisle alongside other beef jerky varieties, protein bars, and meat snacks — often near chips, trail mix, and convenience checkout displays. It reads as a quick, high-protein pick for grab-and-go occasions: road trips, short hikes, a late-afternoon work boost, or as a spicy addition to game-day snack spreads. The brand leans into rugged, outdoorsy cultural associations and a sporty, masculine marketing tone: think active lifestyles, on-the-go energy, and bold flavors aimed at teens and young to middle-aged adults who want protein-centric convenience. The label will likely emphasize bold flavor and protein content rather than natural or organic credentials; there is no organic certification and the ingredient list includes additives and flavor enhancers rather than simple clean-label claims. In plain terms the product is a processed cured meat made from beef, salt and sugar with added flavorings, MSG, and preservatives. Sensory details: expect a dense, chewy texture with intense spicy heat and smoky notes, a slightly sweet edge from sugar and vinegar, and a salty, savory finish; the ritual is tearing open the pouch and snacking directly from it or pairing with beer or cola. Packaging is convenient for sharing but also sized for single use, reinforcing impulse purchases and portability as part of everyday American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium590mg26%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars5g10%
Protein10g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Beef,, Water,, Sugar,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Salt,, Flavors,, Monosodium, Glutamate,, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Vinegar,, Citric, Acid,, Torula, Yeast,, Sodium, Nitrite..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Monosodium Glutamate - Processed emulsifier
  • Sodium Nitrite - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is an ultraprocessed product: ready-to-eat cured meat with added sugars, flavorings, monosodium glutamate and nitrite preservatives, typical of NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Jerky Flamin Hot

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! With 10 grams of protein per serving, it can be a great snack for those looking to boost their protein intake. However, it's worth noting the sodium content is on the higher side, so if you're watching your salt, you might want to enjoy this as an occasional treat rather than a daily staple.

Perfect For

road-trip
game-day-prep
post-workout

Vibe:

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