Saltgrass Steak House Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Saltgrass Steak House cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed via Landry's allergen documentation — all fried items cooked in soybean oil). Across the 114 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Saltgrass Steak House
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: Shrimp Cocktail + Baked Potato + Iced Tea, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Asparagus | 0.0g |
| Baked Potato | 0.0g |
| Baked Sweet Potato | 0.0g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 1.0g |
| Homemade Soup of the Day Cup | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at Saltgrass Steak House
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Critters (fried chicken tenders plate) | 24.0g |
| Saltgrass Sampler (fried apps plate) | 22.0g |
| Country Fried Steak | 22.0g |
| Onion Tangles (fried onion strings) | 20.0g |
| Cheese Fries | 20.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Saltgrass Steak House use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Saltgrass Steak House cooks with: soybean oil (confirmed via Landry's allergen documentation — all fried items cooked in soybean oil). Across the 114 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Saltgrass Steak House cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil (confirmed via Landry's allergen documentation — all fried items cooked in soybean oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Saltgrass Steak House use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Saltgrass Steak House cooks with soybean oil (confirmed via Landry's allergen documentation — all fried items cooked in soybean oil), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Saltgrass Steak House seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Saltgrass Steak House cooks with soybean oil (confirmed via Landry's allergen documentation — all fried items cooked in soybean oil), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Saltgrass Steak House?
Asparagus is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Saltgrass Steak House, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Saltgrass Steak House?
Chicken Critters (fried chicken tenders plate) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Saltgrass Steak House, at an estimated 24.0g 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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