Saltgrass Steak House Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Steamed Broccoli | 1.0g PUFA |
| Filet Mignon (6 oz, grilled) | 2.0g PUFA |
| Mashed Potatoes | 2.0g PUFA |
| Sautéed Mushrooms (in butter) | 2.0g PUFA |
| New York Strip (12 oz, grilled) | 2.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Chicken Critters (fried chicken tenders plate) | 24.0g PUFA |
| Saltgrass Sampler (fried apps plate) | 22.0g PUFA |
| Country Fried Steak | 22.0g PUFA |
| Onion Tangles (fried onion strings) | 20.0g PUFA |
| Cheese Fries | 20.0g PUFA |
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 32 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.9g 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.
What is the safest thing to order at Saltgrass Steak House?
Steamed Broccoli is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Saltgrass Steak House, at an estimated 1.0g 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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