itsu UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, itsu UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (canola) for pan-fried gyoza and glazes; some sunflower oil in seafood glazes. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at itsu 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: Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl + Matcha Latte, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Miso Soup | 0.0g |
| Spicy Miso Soup | 0.0g |
| King Prawn Miso Soup | 1.0g |
| Chicken Noodle Soup | 1.0g |
| Detox Miso Noodle Soup | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at itsu UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Grilled Katsu Chicken Curry Rice Bowl | 7.0g |
| Katsu Curry Noodles | 7.0g |
| Thai Chicken Curry Rice Bowl | 6.0g |
| Thai Salmon Curry Rice Bowl | 6.0g |
| Thai King Prawn Curry Rice Bowl | 6.0g |
Frequently asked
Does itsu UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, itsu UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (canola) for pan-fried gyoza and glazes; some sunflower oil in seafood glazes. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does itsu UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil (canola) for pan-fried gyoza and glazes; some sunflower oil in seafood glazes. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does itsu UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates itsu UK cooks with rapeseed oil (canola) for pan-fried gyoza and glazes; some sunflower oil in seafood glazes, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is itsu UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates itsu UK cooks with rapeseed oil (canola) for pan-fried gyoza and glazes; some sunflower oil in seafood glazes, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at itsu UK?
Miso Soup is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at itsu UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at itsu UK?
Grilled Katsu Chicken Curry Rice Bowl is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at itsu UK, at an estimated 7.0g 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 itsu 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.