Is Green hot sauce Keto?

The Ingredient Breakdown

As a food scientist, I look at ingredients to determine metabolic impact. The formula for this Green hot sauce is surprisingly clean for the Keto diet. The bulk of the sauce is simply Water, which adds volume without calories or carbs.

The heat comes from a blend of habanero peppers and serrano peppers. These are excellent for Keto. Peppers are naturally low in net carbohydrates and high in flavor. Crucially, they contain capsaicin, a compound that may slightly boost metabolism.

The acidity comes from Vinegar. This is a staple in Keto kitchens because it has zero carbs and adds a sharp tang that mimics sweetness without raising blood sugar. Salt and spices are also zero-carb and essential for maintaining electrolyte balance, which is vital when starting Keto.

The only ingredient that requires a second look is Xanthan gum. This is a common food stabilizer derived from fermentation. While it is a carbohydrate, the amount used in hot sauce is microscopic—usually less than 1% of the total weight. It effectively has a negligible impact on your daily carb count.

Nutritional Value

When evaluating a condiment for Keto, we look for the 'Big Three': Sugar, Fat, and Total Carbs. Green hot sauce excels here because it is virtually fat-free and extremely low in calories. A typical serving size (1 teaspoon) contains negligible amounts of carbohydrates—often less than 1 gram.

Because the sauce relies on vinegar and peppers for flavor rather than fruit juices or sugar, it avoids the blood sugar spikes associated with sweet BBQ sauces or ketchups. It fits easily within the strictest Keto macros (usually 20g net carbs per day). It is also free of Mojo (which usually refers to a citrus marinade; in this context, it likely refers to a specific proprietary flavor blend or citrus extract) that would add significant sugar, assuming it is used in trace amounts as a flavoring rather than a base.