Rosa's Thai UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Rosa's Thai UK cooks with: rapeseed/vegetable oil for the wok and deep fryer (UK default; chain does not name its oil publicly); coconut milk (saturated) carries most of the fat in the curries, and peanuts/cashews add PUFA to satay, massaman, panang and pad thai. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Rosa's Thai 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: Green Curry, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Minced Chicken Salad | 1.0g |
| Tom Yum Soup | 2.0g |
| Chargrilled Pork Skewers | 4.0g |
| Glass Noodle Salad | 4.0g |
| Morning Glory | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at Rosa's Thai UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pad Thai | 16.0g |
| Stir-Fried Flat Noodles | 13.0g |
| Stir-Fried Aubergine | 12.0g |
| Cashew Stir-Fry | 12.0g |
| Drunken Noodles | 12.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Rosa's Thai UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Rosa's Thai UK cooks with: rapeseed/vegetable oil for the wok and deep fryer (UK default; chain does not name its oil publicly); coconut milk (saturated) carries most of the fat in the curries, and peanuts/cashews add PUFA to satay, massaman, panang and pad thai. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Rosa's Thai UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed/vegetable oil for the wok and deep fryer (UK default; chain does not name its oil publicly); coconut milk (saturated) carries most of the fat in the curries, and peanuts/cashews add PUFA to satay, massaman, panang and pad thai. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Rosa's Thai UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Rosa's Thai UK cooks with rapeseed/vegetable oil for the wok and deep fryer (UK default; chain does not name its oil publicly); coconut milk (saturated) carries most of the fat in the curries, and peanuts/cashews add PUFA to satay, massaman, panang and pad thai, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Rosa's Thai UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Rosa's Thai UK cooks with rapeseed/vegetable oil for the wok and deep fryer (UK default; chain does not name its oil publicly); coconut milk (saturated) carries most of the fat in the curries, and peanuts/cashews add PUFA to satay, massaman, panang and pad thai, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Rosa's Thai UK?
Minced Chicken Salad is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rosa's Thai UK, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Rosa's Thai UK?
Pad Thai is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Rosa's Thai 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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