What oil does Cousins Subs fry in?
Cousins Subs fries in soybean and cottonseed oil.
In detail: Soybean oil + cottonseed oil (fry oil); soybean oil (mayo).
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Build my orderCousins Subs at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean and cottonseed oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | D (9.1 g average per item, 106 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Cottonseed oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Cousins Subs
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 in a Bowl | 0.3g |
| Veggie in a Bowl | 0.3g |
| Veggie Sub 7.5" | 0.4g |
| Club Sub in a Bowl | 0.8g |
| Steak Cheese Steak in a Bowl | 0.8g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhy the frying oil matters
Most fast-food chains fry in seed oils like soybean, canola, corn, or a blend of them, which are high in polyunsaturated fat (PUFA). A handful still use beef tallow or other stable fats, which are far lower in PUFA. The oil a kitchen fries in is the single biggest driver of how much seed oil ends up on your plate. See the full breakdown on the Cousins Subs report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.
Frequently asked
What oil does Cousins Subs fry in?
Cousins Subs fries in soybean and cottonseed oil. In detail: Soybean oil + cottonseed oil (fry oil); soybean oil (mayo).
Does Cousins Subs use seed oils?
Yes. Cousins Subs fries in soybean and cottonseed oil. Its seed oil grade is D, about 9.1 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Cousins Subs use beef tallow?
No. Cousins Subs fries in soybean and cottonseed oil, not beef tallow.
Does Cousins Subs use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Cousins Subs fries in soybean and cottonseed oil. If you have a peanut allergy, ask the restaurant directly, because oils and suppliers can vary by location.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Cousins Subs?
Turkey Breast in a Bowl (0.3 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Veggie in a Bowl (0.3 g) and Veggie Sub 7.5" (0.4 g).
Which Cousins Subs item has the most seed oil?
Tuna Sub 15", at about 43.2 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.