What oil does Los Betos fry in?
Los Betos fries in soybean and canola oil.
In detail: Soybean/canola blend for deep frying (rolled tacos, chimichangas, french fries); lard in refried beans; shortening in flour tortillas — consistent with regional Arizona Mexican fast-food norms; no published allergen/nutrition document found to confirm or deny.
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Build my orderLos Betos at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean and canola oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | B (5.6 g average per item, 106 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Canola oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Los Betos
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 |
|---|---|
| Ham and Eggs Plate | 3.0g |
| Bacon and Eggs Plate | 3.0g |
| Sausage and Eggs Plate | 3.0g |
| Chorizo and Eggs Plate | 3.0g |
| Machaca and Eggs Plate | 3.0g |
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 Los Betos 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 Los Betos fry in?
Los Betos fries in soybean and canola oil. In detail: Soybean/canola blend for deep frying (rolled tacos, chimichangas, french fries); lard in refried beans; shortening in flour tortillas — consistent with regional Arizona Mexican fast-food norms; no published allergen/nutrition document found to confirm or deny.
Does Los Betos use seed oils?
Yes. Los Betos fries in soybean and canola oil. Its seed oil grade is B, about 5.6 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Los Betos use beef tallow?
No. Los Betos fries in soybean and canola oil, not beef tallow.
Does Los Betos use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Los Betos fries in soybean and canola oil. 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 Los Betos?
Ham and Eggs Plate (3.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Bacon and Eggs Plate (3.0 g) and Sausage and Eggs Plate (3.0 g).
Which Los Betos item has the most seed oil?
Chimichanga (Beef), at about 14.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.