Outback Steakhouse Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Outback Steakhouse cooks with: Soybean/canola blend for frying; butter finish on steaks and grilled proteins. Across the 104 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Outback Steakhouse
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: Lobster Tails (2) + Bottled Water, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Lobster Tails (2) | 1.0g |
| Victoria's Filet (6 oz) | 1.0g |
| Center-Cut Sirloin (6 oz) | 1.0g |
| Steamed Lobster Tails | 1.0g |
| Asparagus | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at Outback Steakhouse
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Wings | 34.0g |
| Coconut Shrimp | 23.0g |
| Chicken Tenders | 22.0g |
| Bloomin' Onion | 20.0g |
| Blue Cheese Dressing | 19.5g |
Frequently asked
Does Outback Steakhouse use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Outback Steakhouse cooks with: Soybean/canola blend for frying; butter finish on steaks and grilled proteins. Across the 104 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Outback Steakhouse cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/canola blend for frying; butter finish on steaks and grilled proteins. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Outback Steakhouse use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Outback Steakhouse cooks with Soybean/canola blend for frying; butter finish on steaks and grilled proteins, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Outback Steakhouse seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Outback Steakhouse cooks with Soybean/canola blend for frying; butter finish on steaks and grilled proteins, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Outback Steakhouse?
Lobster Tails (2) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Outback Steakhouse, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Outback Steakhouse?
Chicken Wings is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Outback Steakhouse, at an estimated 34.0g 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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