What oil does Soulman's Bar-B-Que fry in?
Soulman's Bar-B-Que most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: Soybean oil presumed for fryer (no public disclosure found); beef/pork fat for smoked meats; soybean-based mayo in coleslaw and potato salad.
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Build my orderSoulman's Bar-B-Que at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | C (7.4 g average per item, 68 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Soulman's Bar-B-Que
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 |
|---|---|
| Hot Links by the Pound | 2.0g |
| Round Up - Turkey | 2.3g |
| Round Up - Ham | 2.5g |
| Soulman's Sandwich - Ham | 2.6g |
| 1 Meat Plate | 3.0g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhat oil do other chains like Soulman's Bar-B-Que use?
- What oil does Texas Roadhouse use? Soybean oil
- What oil does Outback Steakhouse use? Beef tallow
- 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 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 Soulman's Bar-B-Que 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 Soulman's Bar-B-Que fry in?
Soulman's Bar-B-Que most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: Soybean oil presumed for fryer (no public disclosure found); beef/pork fat for smoked meats; soybean-based mayo in coleslaw and potato salad.
Does Soulman's Bar-B-Que use seed oils?
Yes. Soulman's Bar-B-Que most likely fries in soybean oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is C, about 7.4 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Soulman's Bar-B-Que use beef tallow?
No. Soulman's Bar-B-Que most likely fries in soybean oil, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Soulman's Bar-B-Que use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Soulman's Bar-B-Que most likely fries in soybean oil. The chain has not confirmed it. 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 Soulman's Bar-B-Que?
Soulman's Sandwich - Ham (2.6 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: 1 Meat Plate (3.0 g) and Half Chicken Plate (3.0 g).
Which Soulman's Bar-B-Que item has the most seed oil?
Frontier Fries, at about 33.8 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.