Manchu Wok Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Manchu Wok cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 64 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Manchu Wok
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: Chop Suey + Steamed Rice + Bottled Water, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Bottled Pop | 0.0g |
| Wonton Soup | 3.0g |
| Spring Roll | 4.0g |
| Vegetable Egg Roll | 4.0g |
| Chicken Egg Roll | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Manchu Wok
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| 3-Entree Combo with Fried Rice + Egg Roll | 30.0g |
| 2-Entree Combo with Fried Rice | 22.0g |
| Dinner For 4 | 22.0g |
| Dinner For 2 | 20.0g |
| 3-Item Combo | 18.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Manchu Wok use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Manchu Wok cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 64 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Manchu Wok cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Manchu Wok use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Manchu Wok cooks with soybean oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Manchu Wok seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Manchu Wok cooks with soybean oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Manchu Wok?
Bottled Pop is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Manchu Wok, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Manchu Wok?
3-Entree Combo with Fried Rice + Egg Roll is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Manchu Wok, at an estimated 30.0g 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.
Compare other chains
MOOYAH · Maggiano's Little Italy · Maid-Rite · Manhattan Bagel · Maple Street Biscuit Company · Marble Slab Creamery
See where Manchu Wok 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.