Jack in the Box French Fries and Curly Fries Review

There are a variety of options when it comes time to order fries from Jack in the Box. Order classic-cut French fries, seasoned curly fries, a mix of the two (known as “Halfsies”), or waffle fries topped with a blend of cheese sauces.

Calories and nutritional value varies depending on your choice of fries and the size ordered.

This fast food guide narrows it down and provides a full, in-depth comparison of the nutrition facts for French Fries vs Curly Fries.

Read through to the end for a complete list of ingredients and allergens in each menu option.

Jack in the Box Fries Nutritional Information

Daily Value

Daily value (%DV) indicates how much of a specific nutrient is in the fries, relative to the FDA-recommended daily limit, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Use the %DV to compare menu items and select the best option for your dietary goals. According to the FDA, a 20% or greater daily value is considered high.

As shown in the chart below, a serving of Jack in the Box fries are high in sodium and, depending on the size ordered, also high in carbohydrates.

% Daily Value

Red indicates %DV is high.

	Saturated Fat	Sodium	Total Carbs
French Fries (Sm)	5%	23%	15%
French Fries (Md)	10%	34%	21%
French Fries (Lg)	13%	44%	27%
Curly Fries (Sm)	8%	27%	11%
Curly Fries (Md)	10%	41%	17%
Curly Fries (Lg)	13%	46%	19%
Halfsies	10%	35%	17%

%DV based on 2,000 calories

Fries contain a high amount of sodium per serving.

Calories

French fries and Seasoned curly fries are each available in three sizes: small, medium, and large. Total calories vary depending on which size is ordered.

Here is a summary of the total calories, by type and size:

Calories by Type and Size

	FRENCH FRIES	CURLY FRIES
Small	300	280
Medium	430	430
Large	550	480

YOU SHOULD KNOW

Total carbs contribute the most calories in straight cut French fries. By comparison, dietary fats contribute the most calories in curly fries.

Calories by Macronutrient: French Fries

The greatest proportion of total calories is derived from carbohydrates.

Here is a summary of the percentage of calories by macronutrient in salted classic French fries:

42% of calories from fat
54% of calories from total carbs
4% of calories from protein

Jack in the Box French fries with text listing calories by order size. — Jack in the Box Classic French Fries

Calories by Macronutrient: Seasoned Curly Fries

The greatest proportion of total calories in seasoned curly fries is derived from total fat.

Here is a summary of the percentage of calories by macronutrient in curly fries:

52% of calories from fat
43% of calories from total carbs
5% of calories from protein

Jack in the Box seasoned curly fries and text list of macronutrients. — Jack in the Box Seasoned Curly Fries

Calories by macronutrient are rounded estimates based on nutritional information provided by Jack in the Box fast food restaurant. Calories may vary by location or as a result of how the side dish is prepared.

A small order of fries from Jack in the Box contains up to 300 total calories. An adult could take a brisk walk for approximately 95 minutes to burn off that many calories.

Here is a summary of how long it would take to burn off the calories from a small order of fries, based on different activities.

ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 300 CALORIES

Walk 1 hour 35 minutes
Swim 40 minutes
Cycle 25 minutes

Fat

A large order of classic French fries contains 25 grams of fat, including three grams of saturated fat. The amount of total dietary fats has a 32% daily value, which is considered high.

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, individuals should limit calories from saturated fat to no more than 10% of total calories.

With that in mind, order a size small to enjoy the flavors and avoid consuming a high number of calories from saturated fat.

The US FDA recommends choosing foods lower in saturated fat. Saturated Fat is found in baked goods, animal fats, vegetable shortening, and cheeses, among other food items.

Dietary Fats in Jack in the Box Fries

per serving (%DV)

	French Fries	Curly Fries
TOTAL FAT
Small	14g (18%)	16g (20%)
Medium	20g (26%)	25g (32%)
Large	25g (32%)	28g (36%)
SATURATED FAT
Small	1g (5%)	2g (8%)
Medium	2g (10%)	2g (10%)
Large	3g (13%)	3g (13%)

%DV based on 2,000 calories

Over half of the total calories are derived from fats in curly fries

Sodium

As with most fried items from fast food restaurants, a side order of Jack in the Box fries contain a high amount of sodium (regardless of which size is ordered).

At the highest end of the range, a large order of Curly Fries contains 1,060 milligrams of sodium. That’s nearly half of the recommended limit of sodium for an entire day.

Here is a summary of the sodium content in Jack in the Box fries, by size and type:

Small French fries have 540mg sodium
Medium French fries have 780mg sodium
Large French fries have 1,010mg sodium
Small Curly fries have 610mg sodium
Medium Curly fries have 940mg sodium
Large Curly fries have 1,060 mg sodium

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Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving

	Medium French	Medium Curly
Calories	430	430
Total Fat	20g	25g
Saturated Fat	2g	2g
Trans Fat	0g	0g
Cholesterol	0g	0g
Sodium	780mg	940mg
Carbohydrates	58g	46g
Dietary Fiber	4g	4g
Total Sugars	0g	0g
Protein	5g	5g

%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.

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Jack in the Box Fries Ingredients and Allergens

French fries may include pea starch.

Here are the ingredients in Jack in the Box French Fries and Jack in the Box Seasoned Curly Fries.

Ingredients

Classic French Fries

Potatoes, Vegetable Oil, Modified Food Starch (potato, corn, tapioca), Rice Flour, Dextrin, Salt, Leavening, Dextrose, and Xanthan Gum. May also include pea starch.

Vegetable oils include canola oil, palm oil, and/or soybean oil.
Disodium dihydrogen pyrophosphate and sodium bicarbonate are used as Leavening agents.

Seasoned Curly Fries

Potatoes, Vegetable Oil, Enriched Wheat Flour, Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Corn Meal, Spices, Leavening, Dextrin, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Yeast Extract, Spice and Coloring, Natural Flavor, and Annatto.

Enriched Wheat Flour includes flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, and folic acid.
Vegetable oils include canola oil, palm oil, and/or soybean oil.
Disodium dihydrogen pyrophosphate and sodium bicarbonate are used as Leavening agents.

Two stacks of classic French fries and seasoned curly fries.

Allergens

Classic French fries are not made wtih any of the major allergens. However, the restaurant uses two recipes and one formulation includes pea starch.

Curly fries are made with ingredients that contain wheat.

YOU SHOULD KNOW

Jack in the Box food is prepared with shared equipment used for multiple menu items. As a result, fries may contain or come into contact with other common food allergens.

Check full allergen guide for Jack in the Box menu

Jack in the Box French fries and Curly fries and text list of ingredients.

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