Tallow Fries

Name: Tallow Fries
Prep time: 15 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 3 Medium russet potatoes, cut into fries; 2 tbsp Beef tallow; 2 tbsp Cornstarch; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; Grated parmesan, for finishing

The crispiest fries aren't fried in seed oil. Not to be dramatic, but these air fryer tallow fries are the crispiest I've ever made. No seed oils, just beef tallow.

Total time: 33–35 min
Serves: 3
Updated: May 18, 2026
Recipe by: Saba

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Tallow Fries

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 18–20 min
Total: 33–35 min
Serves: 3

Ingredients

3 Medium russet potatoes, cut into fries
2 tbsp Beef tallow
2 tbsp Cornstarch
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Optional

Grated parmesan, for finishing

Instructions

Step 1Cut potatoes into fries of similar size and shape, then soak in ice cold water for 10 minutes
Step 2Drain and dry VERY well with a towel
Step 3Toss fries with beef tallow, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until fully coated. You can melt the tallow first if you want, but I didn't. I just massaged everything together with my hands
Step 4Don't overcrowd the basket. Air fry at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and golden
Step 5Finish with flaky salt and freshly grated Parmesan right after cooking