Beef tallow fries are French fries cooked by deep-frying or baking potatoes in beef tallow, which is rendered beef fat. This method of frying fries gives them a distinctive rich, savory flavor and an exceptionally crispy exterior with a tender interior. Beef tallow has a high smoke point, making it ideal for frying without breaking down and imparting a fuller, deeper taste than fries cooked in regular vegetable oils. The process involves cutting potatoes into fries, soaking them to remove excess starch for crispiness, drying them, and then frying them in hot beef tallow until golden brown. Sometimes, they are twice-fried for extra crunch. They can also be coated in tallow and baked in the oven as an alternative method. Beef tallow fries are reminiscent of old-school diner food, known for rich flavor and crispy texture, and are considered by many to be some of the best-tasting fries available. They are also favored by certain fast food chains for their flavor and cooking stability. You can enjoy them simply salted or with various dipping sauces like ketchup or aioli.
