P.F. Chang's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, P.F. Chang's cooks with: Soybean oil (primary wok and frying oil; standard for P.F. Chang's kitchen; PUFA fraction 0.55). Across the 96 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at P.F. Chang's
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: House Salad + Iced Tea, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sweet Soy Glaze | 0.0g |
| Hot Honey | 1.0g |
| Egg Drop Soup | 2.0g |
| Hot & Sour Soup | 3.0g |
| Cold Cucumber Salad | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at P.F. Chang's
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Crispy Honey Chicken | 18.0g |
| Sesame Chicken | 17.0g |
| Kung Pao Chicken | 15.0g |
| Orange Chicken | 14.0g |
| Sweet & Sour Chicken | 14.0g |
Frequently asked
Does P.F. Chang's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, P.F. Chang's cooks with: Soybean oil (primary wok and frying oil; standard for P.F. Chang's kitchen; PUFA fraction 0.55). Across the 96 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does P.F. Chang's cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (primary wok and frying oil; standard for P.F. Chang's kitchen; PUFA fraction 0.55). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does P.F. Chang's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates P.F. Chang's cooks with Soybean oil (primary wok and frying oil; standard for P.F. Chang's kitchen; PUFA fraction 0.55), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is P.F. Chang's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates P.F. Chang's cooks with Soybean oil (primary wok and frying oil; standard for P.F. Chang's kitchen; PUFA fraction 0.55), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at P.F. Chang's?
Sweet Soy Glaze is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at P.F. Chang's, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at P.F. Chang's?
Crispy Honey Chicken is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at P.F. Chang's, at an estimated 18.0g 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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