What oil does TGI Fridays fry in?
TGI Fridays fries in soybean and canola oil.
In detail: Soybean/canola frying blend (PUFA fraction ~0.55 for fried items); grill items lower.
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Build my orderTGI Fridays at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean and canola oil |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | F (12.0 g average per item, 165 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Canola oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at TGI Fridays
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 |
|---|---|
| Center-Cut Sirloin (salad protein upgrade) | 4.0g |
| French Onion Soup | 4.4g |
| Sustainably Raised Salmon (salad protein upgrade) | 4.5g |
| Traditional Wings (Starter, 8 pc) | 5.0g |
| 8oz Sirloin (Whiskey-Glaze) | 5.5g |
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 TGI Fridays 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 TGI Fridays fry in?
TGI Fridays fries in soybean and canola oil. In detail: Soybean/canola frying blend (PUFA fraction ~0.55 for fried items); grill items lower.
Does TGI Fridays use seed oils?
Yes. TGI Fridays fries in soybean and canola oil. Its seed oil grade is F, about 12.0 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does TGI Fridays use beef tallow?
No. TGI Fridays fries in soybean and canola oil, not beef tallow.
Does TGI Fridays use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. TGI Fridays fries in soybean and 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 TGI Fridays?
Center-Cut Sirloin (salad protein upgrade) (4.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Sustainably Raised Salmon (salad protein upgrade) (4.5 g) and Whiskey Glaze & BBQ Ribs Platter (8.0 g).
Which TGI Fridays item has the most seed oil?
Fish & Chips, at about 44.7 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.