Carnivore Fries Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb pork belly (or fatty cuts of beef like ribeye or chuck, cut into thin strips)
- 2 tbsp beef tallow, duck fat, or butter (for frying)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions:
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Prepare the meat:
- Cut the pork belly (or beef) into thin strips that resemble the shape of fries. The thinner they are, the crispier they’ll get during cooking. If you’re using pork belly, the fat will render down nicely to help crisp up the meat.
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Heat the fat:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of beef tallow, duck fat, or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The fat should be hot but not smoking.
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Cook the fries:
- Once the fat is hot, add the meat strips (pork belly or beef) into the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they don’t overcrowd each other. If necessary, cook in batches.
- Let them cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they’re golden brown and crispy. Flip them occasionally to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
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Season the fries:
- Once the fries are cooked and crispy, transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess fat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. If you’d like extra flavor, you can also add garlic powder, smoked paprika, or a bit of grated Parmesan cheese at this point.
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Serve:
- Serve your Carnivore Fries immediately as a savory snack or side dish! They pair perfectly with any carnivore meal or even on their own for a satisfying treat.
Tips:
- Extra crispy: If you want extra crispy fries, you can increase the cooking time slightly and make sure the fat is hot enough to crisp the outside.
- Cheese: Adding grated Parmesan cheese (or another hard cheese) after frying will create a nice cheesy coating on the fries. If you want it even more indulgent, you can melt cheese over the fries in the skillet.
- Pork rinds alternative: If you’re looking for a crunchy, crispy version without meat, you can crush pork rinds and fry them in beef tallow or butter to create “fries.”
These Carnivore Fries are a great way to enjoy a crispy, savory snack or side dish while sticking to the carnivore diet. Enjoy the rich flavors and crispy texture! 😋