Fat Bastard Burrito Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Fat Bastard Burrito Canada cooks with: canola in the fryer (waffle fries, breaded chicken, crispy fish, empanadas, sweet potato fries) and in the house sauces. The chain's own nutrition sheet backs this up: waffle fries run 33.5 g fat / 3.9 g sat, crunchies 11.6 g / 0.6 g and cilantro-lime sauce 27.2 g / 1.7 g - all 5-12% saturated, which fits canola (~7% sat) rather than soy, palm or shortening. Exception: mini churros (21.1 g fat / 9.3 g sat) and the Fried Mars Bar carry a palm-fat component from the supplier product. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Fat Bastard Burrito 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: Small Burrito with Baked Chicken + Fountain Soft Drink, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Small Burrito with Baked Chicken | 4.0g |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 4.0g |
| Loaded Nachos | 4.0g |
| Crunchies | 4.0g |
| Chicken Empanada | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at Fat Bastard Burrito Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Waffle Fries (Large) | 20.0g |
| Big Burrito with Sweet Potato | 12.0g |
| Huge Burrito with Baked Chicken | 11.0g |
| Big Burrito with Breaded Chicken | 11.0g |
| Burrito Bowl with Breaded Chicken | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Fat Bastard Burrito Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Fat Bastard Burrito Canada cooks with: canola in the fryer (waffle fries, breaded chicken, crispy fish, empanadas, sweet potato fries) and in the house sauces. The chain's own nutrition sheet backs this up: waffle fries run 33.5 g fat / 3.9 g sat, crunchies 11.6 g / 0.6 g and cilantro-lime sauce 27.2 g / 1.7 g - all 5-12% saturated, which fits canola (~7% sat) rather than soy, palm or shortening. Exception: mini churros (21.1 g fat / 9.3 g sat) and the Fried Mars Bar carry a palm-fat component from the supplier product. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Fat Bastard Burrito Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: canola in the fryer (waffle fries, breaded chicken, crispy fish, empanadas, sweet potato fries) and in the house sauces. The chain's own nutrition sheet backs this up: waffle fries run 33.5 g fat / 3.9 g sat, crunchies 11.6 g / 0.6 g and cilantro-lime sauce 27.2 g / 1.7 g - all 5-12% saturated, which fits canola (~7% sat) rather than soy, palm or shortening. Exception: mini churros (21.1 g fat / 9.3 g sat) and the Fried Mars Bar carry a palm-fat component from the supplier product. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Fat Bastard Burrito Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Fat Bastard Burrito Canada cooks with canola in the fryer (waffle fries, breaded chicken, crispy fish, empanadas, sweet potato fries) and in the house sauces. The chain's own nutrition sheet backs this up: waffle fries run 33.5 g fat / 3.9 g sat, crunchies 11.6 g / 0.6 g and cilantro-lime sauce 27.2 g / 1.7 g - all 5-12% saturated, which fits canola (~7% sat) rather than soy, palm or shortening. Exception: mini churros (21.1 g fat / 9.3 g sat) and the Fried Mars Bar carry a palm-fat component from the supplier product, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Fat Bastard Burrito Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Fat Bastard Burrito Canada cooks with canola in the fryer (waffle fries, breaded chicken, crispy fish, empanadas, sweet potato fries) and in the house sauces. The chain's own nutrition sheet backs this up: waffle fries run 33.5 g fat / 3.9 g sat, crunchies 11.6 g / 0.6 g and cilantro-lime sauce 27.2 g / 1.7 g - all 5-12% saturated, which fits canola (~7% sat) rather than soy, palm or shortening. Exception: mini churros (21.1 g fat / 9.3 g sat) and the Fried Mars Bar carry a palm-fat component from the supplier product, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Fat Bastard Burrito Canada?
Small Burrito with Baked Chicken is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Fat Bastard Burrito Canada, at an estimated 4.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Fat Bastard Burrito Canada?
Waffle Fries (Large) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Fat Bastard Burrito Canada, at an estimated 20.0g 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 Fat Bastard Burrito Canada 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.