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There are 56 calories in a 1oz serving of homemade beef jerky. Calorie breakdown: 18% fat, 2% carbs, 80% protein.
Beef jerky purchased from the store is typically bad for you. Such varieties contain high amounts of sodium and harmful preservatives. If you are going to consume beef jerky, we recommend purchasing a variety free of preservatives and produced using organic, grass fed meats.