Sides UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Sides UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (standard UK commercial fryer oil; exact oil not independently disclosed by the chain). Across the 34 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Sides 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: Classic Tenders (3pc) + Sparkling Water, 10.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Mac & Cheese | 5.0g |
| Salt & Chilli Chicken Sandwich | 10.0g |
| Classic Tenders (3pc) | 10.0g |
| Mango Peri Peri Tenders | 10.0g |
| Classic Wings (6pc) | 10.0g |
What to Avoid at Sides UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich | 12.0g |
| Nashville Insane Chicken Sandwich | 12.0g |
| Sticky Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich | 12.0g |
| Loaded Waffle Fries | 12.0g |
| Classic Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Sides UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Sides UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (standard UK commercial fryer oil; exact oil not independently disclosed by the chain). Across the 34 menu items we analyzed, it averages 7.6g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Sides UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil (standard UK commercial fryer oil; exact oil not independently disclosed by the chain). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Sides UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Sides UK cooks with rapeseed oil (standard UK commercial fryer oil; exact oil not independently disclosed by the chain), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Sides UK seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Sides UK cooks with rapeseed oil (standard UK commercial fryer oil; exact oil not independently disclosed by the chain), which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Sides UK?
Mac & Cheese is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Sides UK, at an estimated 5.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Sides UK?
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Sides UK, at an estimated 12.0g 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 Sides 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.