Unfortunately for vegan American McDonald’s fans, the fries there aren’t plant-based. This is because one of the ingredients is “natural beef flavoring,” which contains milk.

“When our suppliers partially fry our cut potatoes, they use an oil blend that contains beef flavoring,” the McDonald’s website states. “This ensures the great-tasting and recognizable flavor we all love from our World Famous Fries. The fries are cooked in our kitchens, seasoned with salt, and served hot to you.”

It isn’t known if the beef flavoring contains meat, however, as companies in the US are not legally required to disclose ingredient lists for flavor additives (provided they are FDA-approved). The website only states that it contains milk as it is a known allergen. While they may possibly be suitable for vegetarians, therefore, the chips are certainly not vegan. >>MORE