Original Tommy's Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Chili (cup) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Hamburger (plain) | 4.0g PUFA |
| Chili Tamale | 5.0g PUFA |
| Cheeseburger (plain) | 5.0g PUFA |
| Chili Cheese Dog | 6.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Triple Chili Cheeseburger | 14.0g PUFA |
| Double Chili Cheeseburger | 11.0g PUFA |
| Chili Cheese Fries | 10.0g PUFA |
| Quarter Pound Chili Cheeseburger | 9.0g PUFA |
| Caliente Chili Burger | 8.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Original Tommy's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Original Tommy's cooks with: Canola oil (fries/grill); beef-based chili (low PUFA); no published oil disclosure. Across the 15 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Original Tommy's cook with?
Our research indicates: Canola oil (fries/grill); beef-based chili (low PUFA); no published oil disclosure. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Original Tommy's?
Chili (cup) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Original Tommy's, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Original Tommy's?
Triple Chili Cheeseburger is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Original Tommy's, at an estimated 14.0g 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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