Pokeworks Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Shrimp (2 oz scoop) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Lobster Surimi (2 oz scoop) | 0.0g PUFA |
| White Rice (base) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Ponzu Sauce | 0.0g PUFA |
| Ahi Tuna (2 oz scoop) | 1.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Pokeworks Classic Sauce (per serving) | 11.0g PUFA |
| Pokeworks Classic Bowl | 9.0g PUFA |
| Sriracha Aioli | 7.0g PUFA |
| Umami Ahi Bowl | 6.0g PUFA |
| Kale Noodles (base) | 5.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Pokeworks use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Pokeworks cooks with: sesame, soybean (sauces/aioli). Across the 20 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Pokeworks cook with?
Our research indicates: sesame, soybean (sauces/aioli). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Pokeworks?
Shrimp (2 oz scoop) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pokeworks, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Pokeworks?
Pokeworks Classic Sauce (per serving) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pokeworks, at an estimated 11.0g 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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