Wahaca UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Wahaca UK cooks with: rapeseed oil. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Wahaca 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: Pork Pibil Taco + Ice Cream Sundae + Horchata, 4.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pork Pibil Taco | 2.0g |
| Beef Gringa Taco | 2.0g |
| 'Halloumi' Al Pastor Taco | 2.0g |
| Grilled Chicken & Avocado Taco | 2.0g |
| Black Bean & Three Cheese Quesadilla | 3.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Wahaca UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Crispy Cauliflower Bites | 12.0g |
| Pork Pibil Burrito | 10.0g |
| Roast Ancho Mushroom Burrito | 9.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Burrito | 9.0g |
| Slow-Cooked Beef Burrito | 9.0g |
Every Wahaca UK item, ranked
All 40 items we have for Wahaca UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Horchata | 0.0g |
| Hibiscus Flower Agua Fresca | 0.0g |
| Classic Margarita | 0.0g |
| Frijoles Crema | 1.0g |
| Pork Pibil Taco | 2.0g |
| Beef Gringa Taco | 2.0g |
| 'Halloumi' Al Pastor Taco | 2.0g |
| Grilled Chicken & Avocado Taco | 2.0g |
| Frijoles Chorizo | 2.0g |
| Ice Cream Sundae | 2.0g |
| Black Bean & Three Cheese Quesadilla | 3.0g |
| Grilled Tenderstem Broccoli | 3.0g |
| Smoky Pork Belly Skewer | 4.0g |
| Chipotle Glazed Aubergine | 4.0g |
| Sweet Potato | 4.0g |
| Avocado, Cos & Rocket Salad | 4.0g |
| Roast Ancho Mushroom Taco | 5.0g |
| Plantain Taco | 5.0g |
| Corn, Bean & Feta Tostada | 5.0g |
| Yellowfin Tuna Tostadas | 6.0g |
| Sweet Potato & Feta Taquito | 6.0g |
| Grilled Ajillo Chicken Club Quesadilla | 6.0g |
| Sunshine Bowl with Grilled Chicken | 6.0g |
| Sunshine Bowl with 'Halloumi' Al Pastor | 6.0g |
| Sunshine Bowl with Garlic Sweet Potato | 6.0g |
| Warm Chocolate & Pecan Cake | 6.0g |
| Guacamole & Tortilla Chips | 7.0g |
| House Nachos | 7.0g |
| Buttermilk Chicken Taco | 7.0g |
| Butter Bean & Confit Garlic Dip | 8.0g |
| House Nachos with Chorizo | 8.0g |
| Baja Fish Taco | 8.0g |
| Sweet Potato 'Bravas' | 8.0g |
| Churros with Dulce de Leche | 8.0g |
| Roast Ancho Mushroom Burrito | 9.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Burrito | 9.0g |
| Slow-Cooked Beef Burrito | 9.0g |
| Churros with Chocolate Sauce | 9.0g |
| Pork Pibil Burrito | 10.0g |
| Crispy Cauliflower Bites | 12.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Wahaca UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Wahaca UK cooks with: rapeseed oil. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Wahaca UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed oil in the fryers (tortilla chips, churros, buttermilk chicken, Baja fish, taquitos, tostadas, crispy cauliflower, plantain); rapeseed-oil mayonnaise in the chipotle mayo, habanero mayo and jalapeno allioli; olive/rapeseed jalapeno oil and mojo de ajo dressings. Wahaca's allergen guide confirms a shared deep fryer refilled with fresh oil but does not name the oil; rapeseed is the UK restaurant default. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Wahaca UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Wahaca UK cooks with rapeseed oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Wahaca UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Wahaca 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 Wahaca UK?
Pork Pibil Taco is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Wahaca UK, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Wahaca UK?
Crispy Cauliflower Bites is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Wahaca 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. 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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