De Dutch Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, De Dutch Canada cooks with: canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken). Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at De Dutch Canada
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: Apple Pannekoek + Coffee, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Plain Pannekoek | 2.0g |
| Poffertjes (mini Dutch pancakes) | 3.0g |
| Strawberry Pannekoek | 3.0g |
| Vegetarian Pannekoek | 4.0g |
| Classic French Toast | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at De Dutch Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| French Fries | 10.0g |
| Hash Browns | 9.0g |
| Classic Burger | 7.0g |
| Chicken Burger | 7.0g |
| Ham & Cheese Broodje (Dutch Sandwich) | 6.0g |
Every De Dutch Canada item, ranked
All 31 items we have for De Dutch Canada, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Hot Chocolate | 0.0g |
| Orange Juice | 0.0g |
| Coffee | 0.0g |
| Fresh Fruit Cup | 0.0g |
| Bacon (side) | 1.0g |
| Toast (side) | 1.0g |
| Sausage (side) | 1.0g |
| Plain Pannekoek | 2.0g |
| Poffertjes (mini Dutch pancakes) | 3.0g |
| Strawberry Pannekoek | 3.0g |
| Vegetarian Pannekoek | 4.0g |
| Classic French Toast | 4.0g |
| Apple Pannekoek | 4.0g |
| Bacon and Eggs | 4.0g |
| Belgian Waffle | 4.0g |
| Ham & Cheese Pannekoek | 5.0g |
| Farmer's Sausage Pannekoek | 5.0g |
| Farmer's Omelette | 5.0g |
| Uitsmijter (Dutch Ham & Eggs) | 5.0g |
| Classic Eggs Benedict | 5.0g |
| BBQ Chicken Pannekoek | 5.0g |
| Seafood Pannekoek | 5.0g |
| Denver Pannekoek | 5.0g |
| Bacon & Cheese Pannekoek | 5.0g |
| Ham & Cheese Broodje (Dutch Sandwich) | 6.0g |
| Caesar Salad | 6.0g |
| Club Sandwich | 6.0g |
| Classic Burger | 7.0g |
| Chicken Burger | 7.0g |
| Hash Browns | 9.0g |
| French Fries | 10.0g |
Frequently asked
Does De Dutch Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, De Dutch Canada cooks with: canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken). Across the 31 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does De Dutch Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does De Dutch Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates De Dutch Canada cooks with canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is De Dutch Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates De Dutch Canada cooks with canola (fryer: hash browns, chicken), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at De Dutch Canada?
Plain Pannekoek is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at De Dutch Canada, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at De Dutch Canada?
French Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at De Dutch Canada, 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. 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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