Busaba UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Busaba UK cooks with: vegetable oil blend (sunflower/rapeseed) for wok cooking and frying, typical of UK Thai casual dining; exact blend not publicly disclosed. Across the 28 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
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Safest Orders at Busaba 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: Sai Ua Pork Skewers + Green Curry Chicken, 14.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Lychee Martini | 0.0g |
| Som Tam Salad | 4.0g |
| Chocolate Fondant | 4.0g |
| Larb Gai | 5.0g |
| Stir-Fried Morning Glory | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Busaba UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Thai Calamari | 14.0g |
| Vegetable Spring Rolls | 13.0g |
| Chicken Pad Thai | 10.0g |
| Tofu Pad Thai | 10.0g |
| Aromatic Crab Fried Rice | 10.0g |
Every Busaba UK item, ranked
All 28 items we have for Busaba UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Thai Iced Tea | 0.0g |
| Lychee Martini | 0.0g |
| Singha Beer | 0.0g |
| Steamed Jasmine Rice | 1.0g |
| Coconut Ice Cream | 2.0g |
| Mango Sticky Rice | 3.0g |
| Som Tam Salad | 4.0g |
| Chocolate Fondant | 4.0g |
| Larb Gai | 5.0g |
| Stir-Fried Morning Glory | 5.0g |
| Sai Ua Pork Skewers | 6.0g |
| Pandan Chicken | 7.0g |
| Panang Curry Chicken | 8.0g |
| Egg Fried Rice | 8.0g |
| Red Curry Chicken | 8.0g |
| Green Curry Chicken | 8.0g |
| Chicken Satay | 8.0g |
| Jungle Curry Chicken | 8.0g |
| Prawn Crackers | 8.0g |
| Massaman Curry Beef | 9.0g |
| Pad See Ew | 9.0g |
| Prawn Pad Thai | 9.0g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 9.0g |
| Chicken Pad Thai | 10.0g |
| Tofu Pad Thai | 10.0g |
| Aromatic Crab Fried Rice | 10.0g |
| Vegetable Spring Rolls | 13.0g |
| Thai Calamari | 14.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Busaba UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Busaba UK cooks with: vegetable oil blend (sunflower/rapeseed) for wok cooking and frying, typical of UK Thai casual dining; exact blend not publicly disclosed. Across the 28 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Busaba UK cook with?
Our research indicates: vegetable oil blend (sunflower/rapeseed) for wok cooking and frying, typical of UK Thai casual dining; exact blend not publicly disclosed. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Busaba UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Busaba UK cooks with vegetable oil blend (sunflower/rapeseed) for wok cooking and frying, typical of UK Thai casual dining; exact blend not publicly disclosed, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Busaba UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Busaba UK cooks with vegetable oil blend (sunflower/rapeseed) for wok cooking and frying, typical of UK Thai casual dining; exact blend not publicly disclosed, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Busaba UK?
Lychee Martini is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Busaba UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Busaba UK?
Thai Calamari is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Busaba UK, at an estimated 14.0g 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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