Keto Cheese Fries are a delicious, crispy alternative to traditional fries—made with savory halloumi cheese and fried in tallow for a rich, satisfying snack. Pair them with your favorite low-carb marinara sauce for the perfect dippable keto treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🧀 100% cheese-based and low-carb
- 🔥 Ready in under 10 minutes
- 🍅 Perfect with marinara for extra flavor
📊 Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 200
- Fats: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Sugars: 0.3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 42mg
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8 oz. halloumi cheese, sliced into fry shapes
- 2 oz. tallow (or ghee/avocado oil)
- Low-carb marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Heat the tallow in a skillet over medium heat.
- Gently place the halloumi slices into the hot pan.
- Cook for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve immediately with low-carb marinara sauce.
Tips & Variations
- 🥓 For extra flavor, serve with crumbled bacon on top.
- 🌶 Add a sprinkle of chili flakes for heat.
- 🧈 Tallow gives the crispiest texture, but ghee or avocado oil works too.
Serving Ideas
Serve these fries as a side to bunless burgers, keto chili, or alongside scrambled eggs for a fat-fueled breakfast.
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