Bonchon Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Bonchon cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 72 menu items we analyzed, it averages 11.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Bonchon
| Steamed Rice | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soft Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soju Cocktail | 0.0g PUFA |
| Kimchi | 0.0g PUFA |
| Pickled Radish | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Bonchon
| Chicken Drumsticks - Soy Garlic (12 pc) | 36.0g PUFA |
| Boneless Large (24 pc) Spicy | 32.0g PUFA |
| Wings Large (15 pc) Soy Garlic | 30.0g PUFA |
| Wings Large (15 pc) Spicy | 30.0g PUFA |
| Drums Large (15 pc) Soy Garlic | 30.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Bonchon use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Bonchon cooks with: soybean oil. Across the 72 menu items we analyzed, it averages 11.7g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Bonchon cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Bonchon use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Bonchon cooks with soybean oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Bonchon seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Bonchon cooks with soybean oil, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Bonchon?
Steamed Rice is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Bonchon, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Bonchon?
Chicken Drumsticks - Soy Garlic (12 pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Bonchon, at an estimated 36.0g 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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