What oil does Filiberto's fry in?
Filiberto's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: Soybean/canola blend in deep fryer (unconfirmed — no official published statement found; consistent with typical Arizona Mexican fast-food practice); carne asada grilled over open flame using beef fat; refried beans likely contain lard.
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Build my orderFiliberto's at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean and canola oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | Yes |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | C (6.4 g average per item, 96 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Canola oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Filiberto's
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Carne Asada Taco | 4.0g |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 4.0g |
| Pollo Asado Taco | 4.0g |
| Carnitas Taco | 4.0g |
| Adobada Taco | 4.0g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhy the frying oil matters
Most fast-food chains fry in seed oils like soybean, canola, corn, or a blend of them, which are high in polyunsaturated fat (PUFA). A handful still use beef tallow or other stable fats, which are far lower in PUFA. The oil a kitchen fries in is the single biggest driver of how much seed oil ends up on your plate. See the full breakdown on the Filiberto's report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.
Frequently asked
What oil does Filiberto's fry in?
Filiberto's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: Soybean/canola blend in deep fryer (unconfirmed — no official published statement found; consistent with typical Arizona Mexican fast-food practice); carne asada grilled over open flame using beef fat; refried beans likely contain lard.
Does Filiberto's use seed oils?
Yes. Filiberto's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is C, about 6.4 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Filiberto's use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our notes: Soybean/canola blend in deep fryer (unconfirmed — no official published statement found; consistent with typical Arizona Mexican fast-food practice); carne asada grilled over open flame using beef fat; refried beans likely contain lard.
Does Filiberto's use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Filiberto's most likely fries in soybean and canola oil. The chain has not confirmed it. If you have a peanut allergy, ask the restaurant directly, because oils and suppliers can vary by location.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Filiberto's?
Carne Asada Taco (4.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Cheese Quesadilla (4.0 g) and Pollo Asado Taco (4.0 g).
Which Filiberto's item has the most seed oil?
Carne Asada Fries, at about 21.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.