Pei Wei Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Pei Wei cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 60 menu items we analyzed, it averages 13.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
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Safest Orders at Pei Wei
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.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Dumplings | 0.3g |
| Wagyu Spring Rolls | 2.0g |
| Vegetable Spring Rolls | 2.7g |
| Thai Wonton Soup | 3.6g |
| Thai Coconut Crispy Tofu | 9.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Pei Wei
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Spicy Korean BBQ Steak | 41.3g |
| Beef & Broccoli | 39.7g |
| Mongolian Steak | 38.0g |
| Asian Chopped Chicken Salad | 30.7g |
| Honey-Seared Chicken | 30.6g |
Every Pei Wei item, ranked
All 60 items we have for Pei Wei, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Mandarin Orange Tea | 0.0g |
| Freshly Brewed Iced Tea | 0.0g |
| Sweet Chile Sauce | 0.0g |
| Dumpling Sauce | 0.0g |
| Chicken Dumplings | 0.3g |
| Donut Dipping Sauce | 0.3g |
| Sweet Soy Chicken Dumplings (1 pc) | 1.5g |
| Firecracker Chicken Dumplings (1 pc) | 1.5g |
| Wagyu Spring Rolls | 2.0g |
| Lettuce Wrap Sauce | 2.2g |
| Vegetable Spring Rolls | 2.7g |
| Fudge Brownie | 2.9g |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie | 3.0g |
| Snickerdoodle Cookie | 3.0g |
| Thai Wonton Soup | 3.6g |
| Thai Donuts | 3.8g |
| Edamame | 7.2g |
| Crab Wontons | 8.0g |
| Chicken Egg Rolls | 9.0g |
| Pork Egg Rolls | 9.0g |
| Thai Coconut Crispy Tofu | 9.0g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 9.0g |
| Spicy Drunken Noodles | 10.1g |
| Fried Rice | 10.4g |
| Kid's Chicken Lo Mein | 10.9g |
| Mongolian Chicken | 11.6g |
| Chicken & Broccoli | 11.6g |
| Thai Coconut Curry Chicken | 12.6g |
| Chicken Lo Mein | 13.1g |
| Thai Basil Chicken | 13.2g |
| Kid's Teriyaki Chicken | 13.5g |
| Pei Wei Original Shrimp | 14.4g |
| Firecracker Tofu | 14.4g |
| Teriyaki Crispy Tofu | 14.4g |
| Spicy General Tso's Crispy Tofu | 14.4g |
| Sesame Crispy Tofu | 14.4g |
| Teriyaki Chicken | 14.6g |
| Dan Dan Noodles | 15.7g |
| Firecracker Shrimp | 16.8g |
| Grilled Bourbon Chicken | 16.9g |
| Signature Chicken Lettuce Wraps | 17.0g |
| Kid's Firecracker Chicken | 17.8g |
| Kid's Orange Chicken | 17.8g |
| Kid's Honey-Seared Chicken | 17.8g |
| Chicken Pad Thai | 20.2g |
| Honey-Seared Crispy Tofu | 20.4g |
| Kung Pao Shrimp | 21.9g |
| Salmon Poke Bowl | 24.0g |
| Kung Pao Chicken | 25.5g |
| Spicy General Tso's Chicken | 27.7g |
| Firecracker Chicken | 27.7g |
| Orange Chicken | 27.7g |
| Sesame Chicken | 28.8g |
| Hot Honey Chicken | 29.5g |
| Honey-Seared Chicken | 30.6g |
| Asian Chopped Chicken Salad | 30.7g |
| Mongolian Steak | 38.0g |
| Beef & Broccoli | 39.7g |
| Spicy Korean BBQ Steak | 41.3g |
Frequently asked
Does Pei Wei use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Pei Wei cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 60 menu items we analyzed, it averages 13.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of F (Extreme Risk).
What oil does Pei Wei cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (standard wok/frying oil for Asian fast-casual; PUFA fraction 0.55). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Pei Wei use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Pei Wei cooks with soybean oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Pei Wei seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Pei Wei 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 Pei Wei?
Chicken Dumplings is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pei Wei, at an estimated 0.3g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Pei Wei?
Spicy Korean BBQ Steak is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pei Wei, at an estimated 41.3g 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. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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