Rudy's BBQ Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Rudy's BBQ cooks with: No deep fryer at all. The seed-oil exposure is the mayonnaise in the potato salad and the slaw, the three-bean vinaigrette, and bought-in bakery items. Smoked meats use their own beef/pork fat. Across the 48 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
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Safest Orders at Rudy's BBQ
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 |
|---|---|
| Turkey Breast (1/2 lb) | 0.5g |
| Turkey Sandwich | 1.0g |
| Brisket Sandwich | 1.1g |
| Pork Loin (1/2 lb) | 1.3g |
| Peppered Tenderloin (1/2 lb) | 1.3g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Rudy's BBQ
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Potato Salad | 13.2g |
| Pecan Pie | 12.9g |
| Regular Sausage Link (1/2 lb) | 10.3g |
| Jalapeno Sausage Link (1/2 lb) | 10.3g |
| Jalapeno Cheddar Link (1/2 lb) | 10.3g |
Every Rudy's BBQ item, ranked
All 48 items we have for Rudy's BBQ, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Sissy Sause | 0.0g |
| Original Sause | 0.0g |
| New Potatoes | 0.4g |
| Turkey Breast (1/2 lb) | 0.5g |
| Corn-on-the-Cob | 0.5g |
| Jumbo Smoked Potato | 0.5g |
| Chocolate Pudding | 0.7g |
| Banana Pudding | 0.8g |
| Rudy's Beans | 0.9g |
| White Bread (2 slices) | 1.0g |
| Turkey Sandwich | 1.0g |
| Cream Corn | 1.0g |
| Jumbo Smoked Potato with Meat | 1.0g |
| Brisket Sandwich | 1.1g |
| Rice Krispie Treat | 1.1g |
| Green Chile Stew | 1.2g |
| Pork Loin (1/2 lb) | 1.3g |
| Peppered Tenderloin (1/2 lb) | 1.3g |
| Rudy's Chop Sandwich | 1.4g |
| Pork Loin Sandwich | 1.5g |
| Rudy's Chop (1/2 lb) | 2.0g |
| Three Bean Salad | 2.2g |
| Ham Sandwich | 2.3g |
| Ham (1/2 lb) | 2.5g |
| Brisket (1/2 lb) | 2.9g |
| Brisket Moist (1/2 lb) | 3.0g |
| Prime Rib (1/2 lb) | 3.0g |
| Breakfast Taco | 3.0g |
| Brownie | 3.0g |
| Peach Cobbler | 3.9g |
| Jumbo Smoked Potato with 2 Meats | 4.0g |
| Breakfast Bowl | 4.0g |
| Pulled Pork Sandwich | 4.4g |
| Cole Slaw | 4.8g |
| 2 Meat Sandwich | 5.0g |
| Sausage Wrap | 5.0g |
| Baby Back Ribs (1/2 lb) | 5.5g |
| Pork Ribs (1/2 lb) | 5.5g |
| Buttermilk Pie | 5.7g |
| Pulled Pork (1/2 lb) | 5.9g |
| Sausage Sandwich | 7.4g |
| Half Chicken | 9.6g |
| Regular Sausage Link (1/2 lb) | 10.3g |
| Jalapeno Sausage Link (1/2 lb) | 10.3g |
| Jalapeno Cheddar Link (1/2 lb) | 10.3g |
| Pecan Pie | 12.9g |
| Potato Salad | 13.2g |
Frequently asked
Does Rudy's BBQ use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Rudy's BBQ cooks with: No deep fryer at all. The seed-oil exposure is the mayonnaise in the potato salad and the slaw, the three-bean vinaigrette, and bought-in bakery items. Smoked meats use their own beef/pork fat. Across the 48 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Rudy's BBQ cook with?
Our research indicates: No deep fryer at all. The seed-oil exposure is the mayonnaise in the potato salad and the slaw, the three-bean vinaigrette, and bought-in bakery items. Smoked meats use their own beef/pork fat. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Rudy's BBQ use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Rudy's BBQ cooks with No deep fryer at all. The seed-oil exposure is the mayonnaise in the potato salad and the slaw, the three-bean vinaigrette, and bought-in bakery items. Smoked meats use their own beef/pork fat, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Rudy's BBQ seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Rudy's BBQ cooks with No deep fryer at all. The seed-oil exposure is the mayonnaise in the potato salad and the slaw, the three-bean vinaigrette, and bought-in bakery items. Smoked meats use their own beef/pork fat, which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Rudy's BBQ?
Turkey Sandwich is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rudy's BBQ, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Rudy's BBQ?
Potato Salad is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rudy's BBQ, at an estimated 13.2g 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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