Din Tai Fung Australia Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Din Tai Fung Australia cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed for Din Tai Fung's standardized global kitchen practice, e.g. string beans and rice cakes fried in soybean oil; AU-specific disclosure not separately published but the chain uses uniform training/supply across markets). Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Din Tai Fung Australia
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.
Cleanest full order: Pork Dumpling (Xiao Long Bao) + Sparkling Water, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Dumpling | 2.0g |
| Red Bean Mini Bun | 2.0g |
| Taro Mini Bun | 2.0g |
| Pork Bun | 2.0g |
| Vegetarian Bun | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Din Tai Fung Australia
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Stir Fried Black Pepper Lobster Noodle | 15.0g |
| Kung Pao Prawn Noodle with Egg & Cashew Nuts | 14.0g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 13.0g |
| Pork Fried Rice | 13.0g |
| Karaage Chicken Bao | 13.0g |
Every Din Tai Fung Australia item, ranked
All 40 items we have for Din Tai Fung Australia, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sparkling Water | 0.0g |
| Lipton Lemon Tea | 0.0g |
| Lipton Peach Tea | 0.0g |
| Lift Lemon Soft Drink | 0.0g |
| Fanta Orange | 0.0g |
| Chicken Dumpling | 2.0g |
| Red Bean Mini Bun | 2.0g |
| Taro Mini Bun | 2.0g |
| Pork Bun | 2.0g |
| Vegetarian Bun | 2.0g |
| Prawn Hargow | 2.0g |
| Pork Dumpling (Xiao Long Bao) | 3.0g |
| Chocolate Lava Mini Bun | 3.0g |
| Kimchi Pork Dumpling | 3.0g |
| Golden Lava Mini Bun | 3.0g |
| Shrimp & Pork Dumpling | 3.0g |
| Shrimp & Pork Shao Mai | 3.0g |
| Vegetarian Dumpling | 3.0g |
| Black Truffle Pork Dumpling | 3.0g |
| Golden Taro Bread | 3.0g |
| Shrimp & Pork Wonton Soup | 3.0g |
| BBQ Pork Bun | 3.0g |
| Seafood Dumpling Soup | 3.0g |
| Vegetarian Wonton Soup | 3.0g |
| Chicken & Mushroom Dumpling Soup | 3.0g |
| Hot & Sour Soup with Shredded Pork | 4.0g |
| Wagyu Beef Dumpling Soup | 4.0g |
| Crispy Pork Bun | 9.0g |
| Seafood Dumpling Noodle with Spicy Sauce | 9.0g |
| Vegetarian Wonton Noodle with Spicy Sauce | 9.0g |
| Spicy Wagyu Beef Dumpling Noodle | 10.0g |
| Vegetable Fritter Bao | 11.0g |
| Truffle Fried Rice | 12.0g |
| Tempura Prawn Bao | 12.0g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 13.0g |
| Pork Fried Rice | 13.0g |
| Karaage Chicken Bao | 13.0g |
| Prawn Fried Rice | 13.0g |
| Kung Pao Prawn Noodle with Egg & Cashew Nuts | 14.0g |
| Stir Fried Black Pepper Lobster Noodle | 15.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Din Tai Fung Australia use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Din Tai Fung Australia cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed for Din Tai Fung's standardized global kitchen practice, e.g. string beans and rice cakes fried in soybean oil; AU-specific disclosure not separately published but the chain uses uniform training/supply across markets). Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Din Tai Fung Australia cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (confirmed for Din Tai Fung's standardized global kitchen practice, e.g. string beans and rice cakes fried in soybean oil; AU-specific disclosure not separately published but the chain uses uniform training/supply across markets). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Din Tai Fung Australia use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Din Tai Fung Australia cooks with soybean oil (confirmed for Din Tai Fung's standardized global kitchen practice, e.g. string beans and rice cakes fried in soybean oil; AU-specific disclosure not separately published but the chain uses uniform training/supply across markets), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Din Tai Fung Australia seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Din Tai Fung Australia cooks with soybean oil (confirmed for Din Tai Fung's standardized global kitchen practice, e.g. string beans and rice cakes fried in soybean oil; AU-specific disclosure not separately published but the chain uses uniform training/supply across markets), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Din Tai Fung Australia?
Chicken Dumpling is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Din Tai Fung Australia, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Din Tai Fung Australia?
Stir Fried Black Pepper Lobster Noodle is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Din Tai Fung Australia, at an estimated 15.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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