Chilango UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Chilango UK cooks with: rapeseed oil for grilled proteins and tortilla chip frying (standard UK fast-casual practice). Across the 32 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Chilango 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: Veggie Burrito + Bottled Water, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Sour Cream & Cheese Add-on | 2.0g |
| Veggie Tacos (3) | 5.0g |
| Veggie Burrito | 5.0g |
| Vegan Soy Chorizo Burrito | 6.0g |
| Veggie Hotbox | 6.0g |
What to Avoid at Chilango UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Nachos with Beef Chilli | 12.0g |
| Nachos with Chicken | 12.0g |
| Veggie Nachos | 10.0g |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 10.0g |
| Steak Hotbox | 9.0g |
Every Chilango UK item, ranked
All 32 items we have for Chilango UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Corona Beer | 0.0g |
| Jarritos Mexican Soda | 0.0g |
| Bottled Water | 0.0g |
| Coca-Cola | 0.0g |
| Habanero Hot Sauce | 1.0g |
| Sour Cream & Cheese Add-on | 2.0g |
| Refried Beans | 3.0g |
| Churros with Chocolate Sauce | 3.0g |
| Mexican Rice | 3.0g |
| Guacamole | 4.0g |
| Veggie Tacos (3) | 5.0g |
| Veggie Burrito | 5.0g |
| Vegan Soy Chorizo Burrito | 6.0g |
| Chipotle Mayo | 6.0g |
| Veggie Hotbox | 6.0g |
| Chicken Tacos (3) | 6.0g |
| Chicken Burrito Bowl Salad | 6.0g |
| Steak Tacos (3) | 7.0g |
| Steak Burrito Bowl Salad | 7.0g |
| Chicken Burrito | 7.0g |
| Pulled Pork Carnitas Burrito | 7.0g |
| Chicken Hotbox | 8.0g |
| Tortilla Chips & Salsa | 8.0g |
| Steak Burrito | 8.0g |
| Steak Hotbox | 9.0g |
| Chorizo Burrito | 9.0g |
| Tortilla Chips & Guacamole | 9.0g |
| Cheese & Beans Quesadilla | 9.0g |
| Veggie Nachos | 10.0g |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 10.0g |
| Nachos with Beef Chilli | 12.0g |
| Nachos with Chicken | 12.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Chilango UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Chilango UK cooks with: rapeseed oil for grilled proteins and tortilla chip frying (standard UK fast-casual practice). Across the 32 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Chilango UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil for grilled proteins and tortilla chip frying (standard UK fast-casual practice). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Chilango UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Chilango UK cooks with rapeseed oil for grilled proteins and tortilla chip frying (standard UK fast-casual practice), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Chilango UK seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Chilango UK cooks with rapeseed oil for grilled proteins and tortilla chip frying (standard UK fast-casual practice), which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Chilango UK?
Sour Cream & Cheese Add-on is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chilango UK, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Chilango UK?
Nachos with Beef Chilli is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chilango UK, at an estimated 12.0g 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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