Pick Up Stix Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Chicken Dumplings Crispy | 2.0g PUFA |
| Grilled Teriyaki Chicken | 3.0g PUFA |
| Edamame | 3.0g PUFA |
| Crispy Honey Shrimp | 3.0g PUFA |
| Vegetable Spring Rolls | 3.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Firecracker Chicken | 14.0g PUFA |
| Mongolian Steak | 14.0g PUFA |
| Beef and Broccoli | 14.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Bang Bang Noodles | 14.0g PUFA |
| Kung Pao Beef | 12.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Pick Up Stix use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Pick Up Stix cooks with: vegetable oil (soybean assumed; consistent with Chinese fast-casual standard — official site confirms 'vegetable oil' for stir-fry but does not name the specific oil). Across the 30 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Pick Up Stix cook with?
Our research indicates: vegetable oil (soybean assumed; consistent with Chinese fast-casual standard — official site confirms 'vegetable oil' for stir-fry but does not name the specific oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Pick Up Stix?
Chicken Dumplings Crispy is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pick Up Stix, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Pick Up Stix?
Firecracker Chicken is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pick Up Stix, 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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