Wagamama UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Wagamama UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (canola) for frying and wok cooking. Across the 33 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Wagamama 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: Ginger Chicken Udon + Ginger Beer, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Ramune | 0.0g |
| Ginger Sponge & Custard | 2.0g |
| Wok-fried Greens | 3.0g |
| Yasai Ramen | 4.0g |
| Tonkotsu Ramen | 4.0g |
What to Avoid at Wagamama UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chicken Katsu Curry | 12.0g |
| Yasai Katsu Curry | 12.0g |
| Chicken Karaage | 11.0g |
| Prawn Katsu Curry | 10.0g |
| Ebi Katsu | 10.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Wagamama UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Wagamama UK cooks with: rapeseed oil (canola) for frying and wok cooking. Across the 33 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Wagamama UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil (canola) for frying and wok cooking. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Wagamama UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Wagamama UK cooks with rapeseed oil (canola) for frying and wok cooking, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Wagamama UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Wagamama UK cooks with rapeseed oil (canola) for frying and wok cooking, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Wagamama UK?
Ramune is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Wagamama UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Wagamama UK?
Chicken Katsu Curry is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Wagamama 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 Wagamama 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.