Pastrami

Pastrami is low in net carbs but it should still be avoided on keto because it contains unhealthy ingredients like sugar and honey.

Dirty Keto is a common label for low-carb foods with unhealthy ingredients. You may still reach ketosis and lose weight with dirty keto, but it might also lead to health problems in the long run.

It is better to eat nutritious low-carb foods so you can achieve a healthy weight loss on keto. Great examples of which are broccoli, olives, and mackerel.

You can calculate your ideal daily net carb allowance by using this keto macros calculator.

Pastrami contains high-glycemic sweeteners like sugar and honey. These sweeteners can raise your blood sugar level and prevent you from reaching ketosis.

As an alternative, you may look for other red meat products that use keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol.

You can check out our full list of best and worst sweeteners for keto here.