What oil does P.F. Chang's fry in?
P.F. Chang's fries in soybean oil.
In detail: Soybean oil (primary wok and frying oil; standard for P.F. Chang's kitchen; PUFA fraction 0.55).
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Build my orderP.F. Chang's at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | F (14.4 g average per item, 175 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at P.F. Chang's
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 |
|---|---|
| Egg Drop Soup (Cup) | 0.6g |
| Gluten-Free Egg Drop Soup (Cup) | 0.6g |
| California Hand Roll | 0.6g |
| Hot & Sour Soup (Cup) | 1.2g |
| Wonton Soup (Cup) | 1.3g |
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 P.F. Chang's 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 P.F. Chang's fry in?
P.F. Chang's fries in soybean oil. In detail: Soybean oil (primary wok and frying oil; standard for P.F. Chang's kitchen; PUFA fraction 0.55).
Does P.F. Chang's use seed oils?
Yes. P.F. Chang's fries in soybean oil. Its seed oil grade is F, about 14.4 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does P.F. Chang's use beef tallow?
No. P.F. Chang's fries in soybean oil, not beef tallow.
Does P.F. Chang's use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. P.F. Chang's fries in soybean 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 P.F. Chang's?
Shrimp Dumplings (Steamed, Half Order) (1.8 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Northern-Style Pork Spare Ribs (Half Order) (2.3 g) and BBQ Pork Spare Ribs (Half Order) (2.3 g).
Which P.F. Chang's item has the most seed oil?
Wagyu Egg Rolls, at about 69.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.