PAUL UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, PAUL UK cooks with: butter. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
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Safest Orders at PAUL 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: Croque Monsieur + Cappuccino, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| PAUL Baguette | 0.7g |
| Pain au Chocolat | 0.9g |
| Escargot Raisin | 1.0g |
| Pastel de Nata | 1.0g |
| Gourmandise | 1.2g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at PAUL UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Basque Cheesecake | 10.1g |
| Mozzarella & Pesto Wrap | 9.0g |
| Vegan Falafel Wrap | 8.0g |
| Tuna & Cannellini Bean Salad | 8.0g |
| Vegan Puy Lentil & Artichoke Salad | 8.0g |
Around the world: PAUL
We have PAUL in 2 countries. Here is what it cooks with in each one, and how the same menu items compare.
| Country | Cooks with | Almond Croissant | Croque Monsieur | Cheese Croissant | Lemon Tartlet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK (this page) | butter | 3.0g | 3.0g | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| United Arab Emirates | butter | 2.5g | 2.0g | 1.0g | 1.0g |
Items are matched by name, so portions and recipes can differ between countries. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item. Oil notes are as each country's chain discloses them.
Every PAUL UK item, ranked
All 40 items we have for PAUL UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cappuccino | 0.0g |
| Latte | 0.0g |
| Americano | 0.0g |
| Orange Juice | 0.0g |
| Strawberry Tartlet | 0.6g |
| PAUL Baguette | 0.7g |
| All-Butter Croissant | 0.8g |
| Pain au Chocolat | 0.9g |
| Escargot Raisin | 1.0g |
| Pastel de Nata | 1.0g |
| Hot Chocolate | 1.0g |
| Gourmandise | 1.2g |
| Flan Normand Slice | 1.5g |
| Cheese Croissant | 2.0g |
| Ham & Cheese Croissant | 2.0g |
| Soup of the Day | 2.0g |
| Overnight Oat Pot with Strawberries | 2.0g |
| Sweet Crepe | 2.0g |
| Fraisier | 2.0g |
| Lemon Tartlet | 2.0g |
| Almond Croissant | 3.0g |
| Mini Apple Beignets | 3.0g |
| Scrambled Egg & Cheese Croissant | 3.0g |
| Croque Monsieur | 3.0g |
| Quiche Lorraine | 3.0g |
| Leek Quiche | 3.0g |
| Craquant | 3.0g |
| Cake au Citron | 3.0g |
| Macarons Box of 6 | 3.0g |
| Salmon & Spinach Quiche | 4.0g |
| Smoked Salmon & Avocado with Poached Egg | 5.0g |
| PAUL Crisps Natural Sea Salt | 5.5g |
| Chicken Wrap | 6.0g |
| Chicken Taco Bean Salad | 7.0g |
| Salade Fermiere | 7.0g |
| Vegan Falafel Wrap | 8.0g |
| Tuna & Cannellini Bean Salad | 8.0g |
| Vegan Puy Lentil & Artichoke Salad | 8.0g |
| Mozzarella & Pesto Wrap | 9.0g |
| Basque Cheesecake | 10.1g |
Frequently asked
Does PAUL UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, PAUL UK cooks with: butter. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does PAUL UK cook with?
Our research indicates: all-butter viennoiserie and pastry — PAUL's croissants and pains au chocolat are sold as 'All-Butter', so the bakery range is mostly butterfat (PUFA ~3-4% of fat) and scores low. PUFA comes from rapeseed/sunflower oil in sandwich and wrap mayonnaise, salad dressings and pesto, from nuts and seeds (almond croissant, macarons, seeded salads), and from supplier-fried items (beignets, PAUL crisps). No in-store deep fryer: the hot range is oven-baked or griddled. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does PAUL UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates PAUL UK cooks with butter, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is PAUL UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates PAUL UK cooks with all-butter viennoiserie and pastry — PAUL's croissants and pains au chocolat are sold as 'All-Butter', so the bakery range is mostly butterfat (PUFA ~3-4% of fat) and scores low. PUFA comes from rapeseed/sunflower oil in sandwich and wrap mayonnaise, salad dressings and pesto, from nuts and seeds (almond croissant, macarons, seeded salads), and from supplier-fried items (beignets, PAUL crisps). No in-store deep fryer: the hot range is oven-baked or griddled, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at PAUL UK?
Quiche Lorraine is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at PAUL UK, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at PAUL UK?
Basque Cheesecake is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at PAUL UK, at an estimated 10.1g 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. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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