What oil does Outback Steakhouse fry in?
Outback Steakhouse fries in beef tallow.
In detail: Beef tallow in the shared deep fryer (allergen page, created Aug 2026: "Deep fried items are fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow") - Bloomin Onion, Aussie Fries, coconut shrimp, tenders; butter finish on steaks and grilled proteins. Per outback.com/allergens.
Source: Outback Steakhouse allergen information, September 2026. Deep fried items are fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow so there is high risk of cross contact.
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Build my orderOutback Steakhouse at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Beef tallow |
| Seed oils | No |
| Beef tallow | Yes |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | D (8.5 g average per item, 201 items) |
| Last checked | September 2026 |
| Is it a seed oil? | Beef tallow: No |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Outback Steakhouse
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 |
|---|---|
| Outback Center-Cut Sirloin 5oz | 0.9g |
| Lobster Tails (2) | 1.0g |
| Victoria's Filet (6 oz) | 1.0g |
| Center-Cut Sirloin (6 oz) | 1.0g |
| Outback Center-Cut Sirloin 6oz | 1.2g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderHow Outback Steakhouse has changed its frying oil
Outback never followed the industry over to vegetable oil. A company spokeswoman confirmed in 2025 that the Bloomin' Onion and the rest of the fried menu still go into beef tallow. Source
Every documented oil switch across the industry lives on the Oil History timeline.
What oil do other chains like Outback Steakhouse use?
- What oil does Texas Roadhouse use? Soybean oil
- What oil does LongHorn Steakhouse use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Logan's Roadhouse use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Ponderosa Steakhouse use? Soybean and corn oil (estimated)
- What oil does Golden Corral use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Billy Sims BBQ use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Soulman's Bar-B-Que use? Soybean oil (estimated)
- What oil does 4 Rivers Smokehouse use? Soybean oil
Why 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 Outback Steakhouse 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 Outback Steakhouse fry in?
Outback Steakhouse fries in beef tallow. In detail: Beef tallow in the shared deep fryer (allergen page, created Aug 2026: "Deep fried items are fried in a shared fryer with beef tallow") - Bloomin Onion, Aussie Fries, coconut shrimp, tenders; butter finish on steaks and grilled proteins. Per outback.com/allergens.
Does Outback Steakhouse use seed oils?
Not in the fryer: Outback Steakhouse fries in beef tallow. Check the grams for each item.
Does Outback Steakhouse use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Outback Steakhouse fries in beef tallow.
Does Outback Steakhouse use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Outback Steakhouse fries in beef tallow. 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 Outback Steakhouse?
Victoria's Filet (6 oz) (1.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Fresh Sydney Salad (1.4 g) and Victoria's Filet Mignon 6oz (1.7 g).
Which Outback Steakhouse item has the most seed oil?
Buffalo Ranch Kookaburra Wings Entree, at about 97.8 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.