Shake Shack UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Shake Shack UK cooks with: rapeseed oil. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Shake Shack 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: Hot Dog + Fresh Brewed Iced Tea, 1.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Hot Dog | 1.0g |
| Hamburger | 2.0g |
| Grilled Cheese | 2.0g |
| Cheeseburger | 3.0g |
| Double Cheeseburger | 4.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Shake Shack UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Herb Mayo Bacon Fries | 11.0g |
| Shack Stack | 10.0g |
| Crispy Shallot Burger (Vegan) | 10.0g |
| Bacon Cheese Fries | 10.0g |
| Chicken Shack | 9.0g |
Around the world: Shake Shack
We have Shake Shack in 4 countries. Here is what it cooks with in each one, and how the same menu items compare.
| Country | Cooks with | Cheese Fries | 'Shroom Burger | Chicken Shack | ShackBurger | Hot Dog | Cheeseburger |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK (this page) | rapeseed oil | 9.0g | 8.0g | 9.0g | 5.0g | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| U.S. | soybean oil | 12.3g | 9.4g | 13.3g | 6.4g | 2.9g | 2.9g |
| Singapore | soybean oil | 14.0g | 10.0g | 14.0g | 5.5g | 2.0g | 3.2g |
| United Arab Emirates | soybean oil | 18.4g | 16.2g | 13.7g | 5.6g | 3.6g | 1.7g |
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 Shake Shack UK item, ranked
All 40 items we have for Shake Shack UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| BBQ Dipping Sauce | 0.0g |
| Fresh Lemonade | 0.0g |
| Fresh Brewed Iced Tea | 0.0g |
| Fifty/Fifty | 0.0g |
| Hot Dog | 1.0g |
| Vanilla Frozen Custard Cup | 1.0g |
| Chocolate Frozen Custard Cup | 1.0g |
| Creamsicle Concrete | 1.0g |
| Hamburger | 2.0g |
| Grilled Cheese | 2.0g |
| Sour Cream & Onion Dip | 2.0g |
| Vanilla Shake | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Shake | 2.0g |
| Caramel Shake | 2.0g |
| Black & White Shake | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Shake | 2.0g |
| Coffee Shake | 2.0g |
| Vanilla Cookies & Cream Shake | 2.0g |
| Sticky Toffee Concrete | 2.0g |
| Union Shack Concrete | 2.0g |
| Cheeseburger | 3.0g |
| Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce | 3.0g |
| Double Cheeseburger | 4.0g |
| ShackBurger | 5.0g |
| Double ShackBurger | 6.0g |
| SmokeShack | 6.0g |
| Triple ShackBurger | 7.0g |
| Double SmokeShack | 7.0g |
| Chicken Bites | 7.0g |
| ShackMeister | 8.0g |
| 'Shroom Burger | 8.0g |
| Fries | 8.0g |
| Chicken Shack | 9.0g |
| Buffalo Chicken Burger | 9.0g |
| Cheese Fries | 9.0g |
| Onion Rings | 9.0g |
| Shack Stack | 10.0g |
| Crispy Shallot Burger (Vegan) | 10.0g |
| Bacon Cheese Fries | 10.0g |
| Herb Mayo Bacon Fries | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Shake Shack UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Shake Shack UK cooks with: rapeseed oil. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Shake Shack UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil in the fryers (fries, onion rings, crispy chicken, 'Shroom Burger); rapeseed-oil mayonnaise in ShackSauce and herb mayo. UK/EU kitchens use rapeseed rather than the soybean oil used in US Shacks. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Shake Shack UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Shake Shack UK cooks with rapeseed oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Shake Shack UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Shake Shack UK cooks with rapeseed oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Shake Shack UK?
Hot Dog is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Shake Shack UK, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Shake Shack UK?
Herb Mayo Bacon Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Shake Shack UK, at an estimated 11.0g 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. 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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