Ember Inns UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Ember Inns UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers, consistent with the wider Mitchells & Butlers estate; the menu leans hard on the fryer (skin-on fries, seasoned chips, battered fish, wholetail scampi, battered halloumi, panko prawns, house-fried tortillas, onion fries) so those items carry most of the PUFA. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
Safest Orders at Ember Inns 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: Our Signature Steak Pie + Sticky Toffee Pudding, 9.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Mac & Cheese | 2.0g |
| Sticky Toffee Pudding | 3.0g |
| Panko-Breaded Butterflied Prawns | 4.0g |
| Garlic Flatbread | 5.0g |
| Grilled Seabass Fillets | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Ember Inns UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fisherman's Catch | 16.0g |
| Hunter's Chicken Schnitzel | 15.0g |
| Haddock & Chips | 15.0g |
| Double Maple Stack Burger | 15.0g |
| Ultimate Burger | 15.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Ember Inns UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Ember Inns UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers, consistent with the wider Mitchells & Butlers estate; the menu leans hard on the fryer (skin-on fries, seasoned chips, battered fish, wholetail scampi, battered halloumi, panko prawns, house-fried tortillas, onion fries) so those items carry most of the PUFA. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of D (Very High Risk).
What oil does Ember Inns UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers, consistent with the wider Mitchells & Butlers estate; the menu leans hard on the fryer (skin-on fries, seasoned chips, battered fish, wholetail scampi, battered halloumi, panko prawns, house-fried tortillas, onion fries) so those items carry most of the PUFA. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Ember Inns UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Ember Inns UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers, consistent with the wider Mitchells & Butlers estate; the menu leans hard on the fryer (skin-on fries, seasoned chips, battered fish, wholetail scampi, battered halloumi, panko prawns, house-fried tortillas, onion fries) so those items carry most of the PUFA, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Ember Inns UK seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Ember Inns UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers, consistent with the wider Mitchells & Butlers estate; the menu leans hard on the fryer (skin-on fries, seasoned chips, battered fish, wholetail scampi, battered halloumi, panko prawns, house-fried tortillas, onion fries) so those items carry most of the PUFA, which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Ember Inns UK?
Mac & Cheese is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Ember Inns UK, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Ember Inns UK?
Fisherman's Catch is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Ember Inns UK, at an estimated 16.0g 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 Ember Inns 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.