Charleys Cheesesteaks Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Charleys Cheesesteaks cooks with: Cheesesteaks are griddled in soybean oil and all fries/wings are fried in soybean oil (~55% PUFA), so almost everything hot carries seed oil.. Across the 104 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
Safest Orders at Charleys Cheesesteaks
| Original Lemonade (Regular) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Strawberry Lemonade (Regular) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Original Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Mango Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Strawberry Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Charleys Cheesesteaks
| Wings (10pc) | 19.0g PUFA |
| Classic Wings (10 pc) | 19.0g PUFA |
| 10 PC Boneless Wings | 18.0g PUFA |
| 10 PC Classic Wings | 17.0g PUFA |
| 5PC Tenders | 16.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Charleys Cheesesteaks use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Charleys Cheesesteaks cooks with: Cheesesteaks are griddled in soybean oil and all fries/wings are fried in soybean oil (~55% PUFA), so almost everything hot carries seed oil.. Across the 104 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Charleys Cheesesteaks cook with?
Our research indicates: Cheesesteaks are griddled in soybean oil and all fries/wings are fried in soybean oil (~55% PUFA), so almost everything hot carries seed oil.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Charleys Cheesesteaks use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Charleys Cheesesteaks cooks with Cheesesteaks are griddled in soybean oil and all fries/wings are fried in soybean oil (~55% PUFA), so almost everything hot carries seed oil., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Charleys Cheesesteaks seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Charleys Cheesesteaks cooks with Cheesesteaks are griddled in soybean oil and all fries/wings are fried in soybean oil (~55% PUFA), so almost everything hot carries seed oil., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Charleys Cheesesteaks?
Original Lemonade (Regular) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Charleys Cheesesteaks, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Charleys Cheesesteaks?
Wings (10pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Charleys Cheesesteaks, at an estimated 19.0g 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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