Banana Tree UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Banana Tree UK cooks with: rapeseed/vegetable oil for wok and deep frying (UK default; not published by the chain); coconut milk supplies most of the saturated fat in curries; peanut in satay and phad thai. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
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Safest Orders at Banana Tree UK
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.
Cleanest full order: Thai Chicken Massaman Curry, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Flatbread | 1.0g |
| Prawn Cracker Basket | 2.0g |
| Thai Chicken Massaman Curry | 3.0g |
| Korean Drug Egg | 3.0g |
| Steamed Chicken Dumplings | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Banana Tree UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Phad Thai with Duck | 24.0g |
| Firecracker Chicken | 18.0g |
| Korean BBQ Chicken | 17.0g |
| Thai Cod Fritters | 16.0g |
| Katsu Curry with Vegan Fillet | 16.0g |
Every Banana Tree UK item, ranked
All 40 items we have for Banana Tree UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Flatbread | 1.0g |
| Soy Sauce Ice Cream | 1.0g |
| Prawn Cracker Basket | 2.0g |
| Thai Chicken Massaman Curry | 3.0g |
| Korean Drug Egg | 3.0g |
| Edamame | 3.0g |
| Spiced Crackers | 3.0g |
| Steamed Chicken Dumplings | 3.0g |
| Thai Green Curry with Chicken | 4.0g |
| Banana Tree Curry with Chicken | 4.0g |
| Malaysian Kajang Chicken Satay | 4.0g |
| Ramen with Spiced Chicken | 5.0g |
| Teriyaki Lunch Bowl with Chicken | 5.0g |
| Sweetcorn Fritter Balls | 6.0g |
| Beef Massaman Curry | 6.0g |
| The Legendary Beef Rendang | 6.0g |
| Firecracker Lunch Bowl | 7.0g |
| Drunken Monks Noodles | 7.0g |
| Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Bowl | 9.0g |
| Chicken Singapore Noodles | 9.0g |
| Mekong Prawns | 10.0g |
| Vietnamese Spring Rolls | 10.0g |
| Crispy Vegan Gyozas | 10.0g |
| Bang Bang Broccoli | 10.0g |
| Lamb Rendang Curry | 11.0g |
| Shredded Duck | 11.0g |
| Duck Pancakes | 12.0g |
| Phad Thai with Prawns | 13.0g |
| Katsu Lunch Bowl with Chicken | 13.0g |
| Mango Chicken Noodles | 13.0g |
| Banana Tree Spiced Noodles | 13.0g |
| Phad Thai with Chicken | 14.0g |
| Thai Calamari | 14.0g |
| Phad Thai with Tofu | 15.0g |
| Katsu Curry with Chicken Fillet | 15.0g |
| Thai Cod Fritters | 16.0g |
| Katsu Curry with Vegan Fillet | 16.0g |
| Korean BBQ Chicken | 17.0g |
| Firecracker Chicken | 18.0g |
| Phad Thai with Duck | 24.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Banana Tree UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Banana Tree UK cooks with: rapeseed/vegetable oil for wok and deep frying (UK default; not published by the chain); coconut milk supplies most of the saturated fat in curries; peanut in satay and phad thai. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 9.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Banana Tree UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed/vegetable oil for wok and deep frying (UK default; not published by the chain); coconut milk supplies most of the saturated fat in curries; peanut in satay and phad thai. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Banana Tree UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Banana Tree UK cooks with rapeseed/vegetable oil for wok and deep frying (UK default; not published by the chain); coconut milk supplies most of the saturated fat in curries; peanut in satay and phad thai, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Banana Tree UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Banana Tree UK cooks with rapeseed/vegetable oil for wok and deep frying (UK default; not published by the chain); coconut milk supplies most of the saturated fat in curries; peanut in satay and phad thai, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Banana Tree UK?
Flatbread is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Banana Tree UK, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Banana Tree UK?
Phad Thai with Duck is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Banana Tree UK, at an estimated 24.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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