Pho UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Pho UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil for wok cooking and frying; coconut milk drives the fat in the curries. Chain does not publish the fryer oil, so UK default rapeseed assumed. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Pho 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.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Steak Pho | 0.0g |
| King Prawn Pho | 0.0g |
| Summer Rolls (Chicken) | 0.0g |
| Beef Brisket Pho | 1.0g |
| Chicken Pho | 1.0g |
What to Avoid at Pho UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Wings | 9.0g |
| Chicken & Dried Shrimp Wok Fried Rice | 8.0g |
| Shiitake & Thai Basil Wok Fried Rice | 8.0g |
| Cha Ca La Vong Turmeric Fish with Dill | 7.0g |
| Baby Squid | 7.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Pho UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Pho UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil for wok cooking and frying; coconut milk drives the fat in the curries. Chain does not publish the fryer oil, so UK default rapeseed assumed. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Pho UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed (vegetable) oil for wok cooking and frying; coconut milk drives the fat in the curries. Chain does not publish the fryer oil, so UK default rapeseed assumed. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Pho UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Pho UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil for wok cooking and frying; coconut milk drives the fat in the curries. Chain does not publish the fryer oil, so UK default rapeseed assumed, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Pho UK seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Pho UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil for wok cooking and frying; coconut milk drives the fat in the curries. Chain does not publish the fryer oil, so UK default rapeseed assumed, which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Pho UK?
Steak Pho is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pho UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Pho UK?
Chicken Wings is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Pho UK, at an estimated 9.0g 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 Pho 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.