Dishoom UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Dishoom UK cooks with: vegetable oil (official Dishoom recipes specify plain 'vegetable oil' for deep frying, e.g. Chilli Chicken and okra fries; unbranded blend, no specific seed oil confirmed by Dishoom publicly). Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Dishoom 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: Charred Lamb Chops + Filter Coffee, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Kachumber | 1.0g |
| Raita | 1.0g |
| Grilled Greens | 2.0g |
| Plain Naan | 2.0g |
| Garlic Naan | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Dishoom UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Okra Fries | 12.0g |
| Vegetable Samosas | 10.0g |
| Lamb Samosas | 10.0g |
| Prawn Koliwada | 10.0g |
| Chilli Chicken | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Dishoom UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Dishoom UK cooks with: vegetable oil (official Dishoom recipes specify plain 'vegetable oil' for deep frying, e.g. Chilli Chicken and okra fries; unbranded blend, no specific seed oil confirmed by Dishoom publicly). Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Dishoom UK cook with?
Our research indicates: vegetable oil (official Dishoom recipes specify plain 'vegetable oil' for deep frying, e.g. Chilli Chicken and okra fries; unbranded blend, no specific seed oil confirmed by Dishoom publicly). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Dishoom UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Dishoom UK cooks with vegetable oil (official Dishoom recipes specify plain 'vegetable oil' for deep frying, e.g. Chilli Chicken and okra fries; unbranded blend, no specific seed oil confirmed by Dishoom publicly), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Dishoom UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Dishoom UK cooks with vegetable oil (official Dishoom recipes specify plain 'vegetable oil' for deep frying, e.g. Chilli Chicken and okra fries; unbranded blend, no specific seed oil confirmed by Dishoom publicly), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Dishoom UK?
Kachumber is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Dishoom UK, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Dishoom UK?
Okra Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Dishoom 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Dishoom 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.