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Salt & Pepper Wagyu Beef Jerky, 2.1 OZ
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Salt & Pepper Wagyu Beef Jerky, 2.1 OZ

KRAVE JERKY
Available at Whole Foods
80
Calories
10g
Protein
4g
Sugars
400mg
Sodium
28
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this 2.1 oz pack in the snack aisle, gas station rack, or tossed in a daypack — a grab-and-go savory bite marketed as a premium, grass-fed wagyu snack. The wagyu label and short ingredient list give an indulgent, slightly artisanal vibe, while the chewy, seasoned texture and added cane sugar and soy-based seasoning reflect meat-preservation processing. The ingredients and format suggest a processed meat product rather than a heavily reformulated ultra-processed food.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 2
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium400mg17%
Total Carbohydrate5g2%
Total Sugars4g
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

GRASS-FED, WAGYU, BEEF, GLUTEN, FREE, SOY, SAUCE, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, SALT,, ALCOHOL), CANE, SUGAR., CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, SALT, GARLIC, POWDER, ONION, POWDER, BLACK, PEPPER, SPICES, BALSAMIC, VINEGAR..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from a single whole food (beef) preserved and flavored with culinary ingredients (soy sauce, cane sugar, spices) and produced as a packaged dried meat, it aligns with NOVA group 3 processed foods. The product lacks the long list of industrial additives, emulsifiers, or reconstituted ingredients typical of ultra-processed (NOVA 4) items, though commercial preservation and added sugar/salt are present.

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Common Questions about Salt & Pepper Wagyu Beef Jerky, 2.1 OZ

The Salt & Pepper Wagyu Beef Jerky can be a tasty and protein-packed snack option, especially if you're looking for something savory. With 10 grams of protein per serving and only 80 calories, it’s a decent choice for a mid-day pick-me-up. However, like all snacks, it’s best enjoyed in moderation.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$7.99
per package