What oil does Wingstop (Tenders) fry in?
Wingstop (Tenders) has not publicly confirmed exactly which oil it fries in. Here is what its menu tells us about the seed-oil load, and the cleanest things to order.
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Build my orderThe 5 cleanest things to order at Wingstop (Tenders)
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 |
|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders (3) | 12.0g |
| Bleu Cheese | 17.5g |
| Chicken Tenders (5) | 20.0g |
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 Wingstop (Tenders) 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 Wingstop (Tenders) fry in?
Wingstop (Tenders) has not publicly confirmed exactly which oil it fries in. Here is what its menu tells us about the seed-oil load, and the cleanest things to order.
Does Wingstop (Tenders) use seed oils?
Wingstop (Tenders) has not said what it cooks in. Chains without a disclosure typically fry in seed oils.
Does Wingstop (Tenders) use beef tallow?
Wingstop (Tenders) has not disclosed using beef tallow, and chains without a disclosure typically fry in seed oils.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Wingstop (Tenders)?
Chicken Tenders (3) (12.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Chicken Tenders (5) (20.0 g).
Which Wingstop (Tenders) item has the most seed oil?
Ranch, at about 20.4 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.