Fuzzy's Taco Shop Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Fuzzy's Taco Shop cooks with: Fryer-heavy menu — tempura fish/shrimp, chips, Latin-fried potatoes, churros and sopapillas all fried in soybean/canola oil; signature garlic sauce is oil-based; flour tortillas made with seed-oil shortening.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Fuzzy's Taco Shop
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: Burrito Bowl, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sour Cream | 0.0g |
| Grilled Shrimp Taco | 1.0g |
| Brisket Taco | 2.0g |
| Enchilada Sauce | 2.5g |
| Pork Carnitas Taco | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Fuzzy's Taco Shop
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chips & Queso | 15.0g |
| Nachos (Chicken) | 14.0g |
| Chips & Guacamole | 14.0g |
| Chips & Salsa | 12.0g |
| Taco Plate | 12.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Fuzzy's Taco Shop use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Fuzzy's Taco Shop cooks with: Fryer-heavy menu — tempura fish/shrimp, chips, Latin-fried potatoes, churros and sopapillas all fried in soybean/canola oil; signature garlic sauce is oil-based; flour tortillas made with seed-oil shortening.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Fuzzy's Taco Shop cook with?
Our research indicates: Fryer-heavy menu — tempura fish/shrimp, chips, Latin-fried potatoes, churros and sopapillas all fried in soybean/canola oil; signature garlic sauce is oil-based; flour tortillas made with seed-oil shortening.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Fuzzy's Taco Shop use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Fuzzy's Taco Shop cooks with Fryer-heavy menu — tempura fish/shrimp, chips, Latin-fried potatoes, churros and sopapillas all fried in soybean/canola oil; signature garlic sauce is oil-based; flour tortillas made with seed-oil shortening., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Fuzzy's Taco Shop seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Fuzzy's Taco Shop cooks with Fryer-heavy menu — tempura fish/shrimp, chips, Latin-fried potatoes, churros and sopapillas all fried in soybean/canola oil; signature garlic sauce is oil-based; flour tortillas made with seed-oil shortening., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Fuzzy's Taco Shop?
Sour Cream is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Fuzzy's Taco Shop, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Fuzzy's Taco Shop?
Chips & Queso is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Fuzzy's Taco Shop, 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Fuzzy's Taco Shop 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.