Ippudo Australia Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Ippudo Australia cooks with: tonkotsu broth is pork-fat based (low PUFA); fried sides such as karaage chicken and takoyaki cooked in a vegetable oil blend (canola/soy, typical for Japanese chain fryers in Australia); mayu/sesame flavour oils add a small amount of high-PUFA sesame oil per bowl. Across the 29 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Ippudo 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: Tori Shoyu Ramen + Soft Drink, 6.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Menma Bamboo Shoots | 1.0g |
| Kaedama Extra Noodles | 1.0g |
| Miso Soup | 1.0g |
| Ippudo Salad | 3.0g |
| Shiromaru Base Ramen | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Ippudo Australia
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Shiromaru Special Ramen | 10.0g |
| Karaka Spicy Ramen | 10.0g |
| Karaage Chicken (Side) | 10.0g |
| Shiromaru Chashu Ramen | 9.0g |
| Akamaru Modern Ramen | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Ippudo Australia use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Ippudo Australia cooks with: tonkotsu broth is pork-fat based (low PUFA); fried sides such as karaage chicken and takoyaki cooked in a vegetable oil blend (canola/soy, typical for Japanese chain fryers in Australia); mayu/sesame flavour oils add a small amount of high-PUFA sesame oil per bowl. Across the 29 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Ippudo Australia cook with?
Our research indicates: tonkotsu broth is pork-fat based (low PUFA); fried sides such as karaage chicken and takoyaki cooked in a vegetable oil blend (canola/soy, typical for Japanese chain fryers in Australia); mayu/sesame flavour oils add a small amount of high-PUFA sesame oil per bowl. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Ippudo Australia use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Ippudo Australia cooks with tonkotsu broth is pork-fat based (low PUFA); fried sides such as karaage chicken and takoyaki cooked in a vegetable oil blend (canola/soy, typical for Japanese chain fryers in Australia); mayu/sesame flavour oils add a small amount of high-PUFA sesame oil per bowl, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Ippudo Australia seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Ippudo Australia cooks with tonkotsu broth is pork-fat based (low PUFA); fried sides such as karaage chicken and takoyaki cooked in a vegetable oil blend (canola/soy, typical for Japanese chain fryers in Australia); mayu/sesame flavour oils add a small amount of high-PUFA sesame oil per bowl, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Ippudo Australia?
Menma Bamboo Shoots is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Ippudo Australia, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Ippudo Australia?
Shiromaru Special Ramen is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Ippudo Australia, at an estimated 10.0g 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Ippudo Australia lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.