What oil does Manchu Wok fry in?
Manchu Wok fries in canola oil.
In detail: canola - same as Manchu Wok|CA. Manchu Wok publishes ONE nutrition guide for the US and Canada (manchuwok.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WOK-BRNDN-NUTRITIONALS-1291371539-ENG-2-1.pdf) and every dish printed for both countries carries identical total and saturated fat (17 of 17, checked by code), so under Jared's standing rule (ruling 44, 2026-09-18: one cross-border guide with identical numbers = one oil) the US runs the same oil as Canada. The guide names no oil; canola is the reading its own chart supports - the cholesterol-free vegetable dishes run 7-12% of total fat as saturated (Mixed Vegetables 6 oz 11 g fat / 1 g sat, Chop Suey 6 oz 12 g / 1 g), which fits canola (~7% sat) and rules out soybean, palm or a shortening blend. One shared oil does the wok line and the deep fryer.
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Build my orderManchu Wok at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Canola oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | C (8.0 g average per item, 109 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Canola oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Manchu Wok
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 |
|---|---|
| Salt & Pepper Fish (5 oz) | 2.2g |
| Wonton Soup | 2.6g |
| Salt & Pepper Fish (6 oz) | 2.6g |
| Salt & Pepper Fish (7 oz) | 2.9g |
| Black Pepper Chicken (5 oz) | 3.0g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
Build your Manchu Wok order
Pick your meal, sides, sauces and drink in the app and see your seed oil total before you order. It logs to your day in one tap. Free on iPhone and Android.
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 Manchu Wok 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 Manchu Wok fry in?
Manchu Wok fries in canola oil. In detail: canola - same as Manchu Wok|CA. Manchu Wok publishes ONE nutrition guide for the US and Canada (manchuwok.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WOK-BRNDN-NUTRITIONALS-1291371539-ENG-2-1.pdf) and every dish printed for both countries carries identical total and saturated fat (17 of 17, checked by code), so under Jared's standing rule (ruling 44, 2026-09-18: one cross-border guide with identical numbers = one oil) the US runs the same oil as Canada. The guide names no oil; canola is the reading its own chart supports - the cholesterol-free vegetable dishes run 7-12% of total fat as saturated (Mixed Vegetables 6 oz 11 g fat / 1 g sat, Chop Suey 6 oz 12 g / 1 g), which fits canola (~7% sat) and rules out soybean, palm or a shortening blend. One shared oil does the wok line and the deep fryer.
Does Manchu Wok use seed oils?
Yes. Manchu Wok fries in canola oil. Its seed oil grade is C, about 8.0 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Manchu Wok use beef tallow?
No. Manchu Wok fries in canola oil, not beef tallow.
Does Manchu Wok use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Manchu Wok fries in canola 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 Manchu Wok?
Pepper Steak (8.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Teriyaki Chicken (9.0 g) and Chow Mein (9.0 g).
Which Manchu Wok item has the most seed oil?
3-Entree Combo with Fried Rice + Egg Roll, at about 30.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.