Din Tai Fung UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Din Tai Fung UK cooks with: soybean oil for wok-frying and deep-frying; sesame oil and chilli oil (soybean-oil-based) in sauces and dressings. Across the 34 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Din Tai Fung 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: Pork Xiao Long Bao + Earl Grey Lemon Iced Tea, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Steamed Chicken Soup | 1.0g |
| Mango Pomelo Sago | 1.0g |
| Pork Xiao Long Bao | 2.0g |
| Pork & Vegetable Jiao Zi | 2.0g |
| Vegetarian Jiao Zi | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Din Tai Fung UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Crispy Fried Chicken with Spices | 11.0g |
| Taiwanese Fried Pork Chop | 11.0g |
| Pork Chop & Egg Fried Rice | 9.0g |
| Prawn & Egg Fried Rice | 8.0g |
| Dan Dan Noodles | 7.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Din Tai Fung UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Din Tai Fung UK cooks with: soybean oil for wok-frying and deep-frying; sesame oil and chilli oil (soybean-oil-based) in sauces and dressings. Across the 34 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Din Tai Fung UK cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil for wok-frying and deep-frying; sesame oil and chilli oil (soybean-oil-based) in sauces and dressings. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Din Tai Fung UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Din Tai Fung UK cooks with soybean oil for wok-frying and deep-frying; sesame oil and chilli oil (soybean-oil-based) in sauces and dressings, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Din Tai Fung UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Din Tai Fung UK cooks with soybean oil for wok-frying and deep-frying; sesame oil and chilli oil (soybean-oil-based) in sauces and dressings, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Din Tai Fung UK?
Steamed Chicken Soup is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Din Tai Fung UK, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Din Tai Fung UK?
Crispy Fried Chicken with Spices is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Din Tai Fung UK, at an estimated 11.0g 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Din Tai Fung UK lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.