What oil does Pancheros Mexican Grill fry in?
Pancheros Mexican Grill cooks with canola oil.
In detail: Canola oil, per the chain's own allergen PDF: canola in the chicken, the rice, the corn salsa and the cilantro lime vinaigrette, and canola spray on the grill. Dairy fat in the cheese and sour cream.
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Build my orderPancheros Mexican Grill at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Canola oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | B (4.8 g average per item, 49 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Canola oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Pancheros Mexican Grill
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 |
|---|---|
| Veggie Tacos (2 pc) | 3.0g |
| Veggie Salad | 3.0g |
| Chicken Tacos (2 pc) | 4.0g |
| Tofurizo Tacos (2 pc) | 4.0g |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 4.0g |
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 Pancheros Mexican Grill 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 Pancheros Mexican Grill fry in?
Pancheros Mexican Grill cooks with canola oil. In detail: Canola oil, per the chain's own allergen PDF: canola in the chicken, the rice, the corn salsa and the cilantro lime vinaigrette, and canola spray on the grill. Dairy fat in the cheese and sour cream.
Does Pancheros Mexican Grill use seed oils?
Yes. Pancheros Mexican Grill cooks with canola oil. Its seed oil grade is B, about 4.8 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Pancheros Mexican Grill use beef tallow?
No. Pancheros Mexican Grill cooks with canola oil, not beef tallow.
Does Pancheros Mexican Grill use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Pancheros Mexican Grill cooks with 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 Pancheros Mexican Grill?
Veggie Salad (3.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Cheese Quesadilla (4.0 g) and Veggie Quesadilla (4.0 g).
Which Pancheros Mexican Grill item has the most seed oil?
Queso, at about 17.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.