Giggling Squid UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Giggling Squid UK cooks with: rapeseed / blended vegetable oil in the woks and deep fryers (the UK kitchen default, and the oil Giggling Squid's own published Pad Thai method calls for); the deep-fried starters (salt & pepper squid, crispy squid bits, salt & pepper chilli mushrooms, giggling wings, spring rolls, money bags, prawn crackers) and the twice-cooked Sticky Chicken carry the most PUFA, and the wok-fried noodle dishes add more from the oil plus crushed peanuts and cashews; the coconut-milk curries (green, red, massaman, paneang) are mostly saturated fat from the coconut cream so they score much lower, and plain jasmine/sticky rice and the steamed greens score near zero. Peanut satay sauce and cashew dishes are the other PUFA source. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Giggling Squid 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: Thai Green Curry + Jasmine Rice, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Fresh Thai Salad | 2.0g |
| Pak Choi & Tenderstems | 3.0g |
| Caramelised Pork Belly | 4.0g |
| Thai Green Curry | 5.0g |
| Thai Red Curry | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Giggling Squid UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Giggling Pad Thai | 14.0g |
| Giant Butterfly King Prawn Pad Thai | 14.0g |
| Sticky Chicken | 14.0g |
| Wholesome Cashew Stir Fry | 12.0g |
| Prawn & Soft Shell Crab | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Giggling Squid UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Giggling Squid UK cooks with: rapeseed / blended vegetable oil in the woks and deep fryers (the UK kitchen default, and the oil Giggling Squid's own published Pad Thai method calls for); the deep-fried starters (salt & pepper squid, crispy squid bits, salt & pepper chilli mushrooms, giggling wings, spring rolls, money bags, prawn crackers) and the twice-cooked Sticky Chicken carry the most PUFA, and the wok-fried noodle dishes add more from the oil plus crushed peanuts and cashews; the coconut-milk curries (green, red, massaman, paneang) are mostly saturated fat from the coconut cream so they score much lower, and plain jasmine/sticky rice and the steamed greens score near zero. Peanut satay sauce and cashew dishes are the other PUFA source. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Giggling Squid UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed / blended vegetable oil in the woks and deep fryers (the UK kitchen default, and the oil Giggling Squid's own published Pad Thai method calls for); the deep-fried starters (salt & pepper squid, crispy squid bits, salt & pepper chilli mushrooms, giggling wings, spring rolls, money bags, prawn crackers) and the twice-cooked Sticky Chicken carry the most PUFA, and the wok-fried noodle dishes add more from the oil plus crushed peanuts and cashews; the coconut-milk curries (green, red, massaman, paneang) are mostly saturated fat from the coconut cream so they score much lower, and plain jasmine/sticky rice and the steamed greens score near zero. Peanut satay sauce and cashew dishes are the other PUFA source. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Giggling Squid UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Giggling Squid UK cooks with rapeseed / blended vegetable oil in the woks and deep fryers (the UK kitchen default, and the oil Giggling Squid's own published Pad Thai method calls for); the deep-fried starters (salt & pepper squid, crispy squid bits, salt & pepper chilli mushrooms, giggling wings, spring rolls, money bags, prawn crackers) and the twice-cooked Sticky Chicken carry the most PUFA, and the wok-fried noodle dishes add more from the oil plus crushed peanuts and cashews; the coconut-milk curries (green, red, massaman, paneang) are mostly saturated fat from the coconut cream so they score much lower, and plain jasmine/sticky rice and the steamed greens score near zero. Peanut satay sauce and cashew dishes are the other PUFA source, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Giggling Squid UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Giggling Squid UK cooks with rapeseed / blended vegetable oil in the woks and deep fryers (the UK kitchen default, and the oil Giggling Squid's own published Pad Thai method calls for); the deep-fried starters (salt & pepper squid, crispy squid bits, salt & pepper chilli mushrooms, giggling wings, spring rolls, money bags, prawn crackers) and the twice-cooked Sticky Chicken carry the most PUFA, and the wok-fried noodle dishes add more from the oil plus crushed peanuts and cashews; the coconut-milk curries (green, red, massaman, paneang) are mostly saturated fat from the coconut cream so they score much lower, and plain jasmine/sticky rice and the steamed greens score near zero. Peanut satay sauce and cashew dishes are the other PUFA source, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Giggling Squid UK?
Fresh Thai Salad is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Giggling Squid UK, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Giggling Squid UK?
Giggling Pad Thai is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Giggling Squid 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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