Chuy's Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Chuy's cooks with: soybean/vegetable oil (fryers, chips); soybean-based mayo in creamy jalapeño dip. Across the 114 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Chuy's
| Chuy's Margarita (on the rocks) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Frozen Margarita | 0.0g PUFA |
| Texas Martini | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soft Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Tea (sweet) | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Chuy's
| Nachos Grande | 20.0g PUFA |
| Chimichanga (fried burrito) | 18.0g PUFA |
| Chile Relleno (fried) | 16.0g PUFA |
| C.F.C. Tacos (fried chicken, 3 tacos) | 14.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Flautas | 14.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Chuy's use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Chuy's cooks with: soybean/vegetable oil (fryers, chips); soybean-based mayo in creamy jalapeño dip. Across the 114 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.8g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Chuy's cook with?
Our research indicates: soybean/vegetable oil (fryers, chips); soybean-based mayo in creamy jalapeño dip. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Chuy's use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Chuy's cooks with soybean/vegetable oil (fryers, chips); soybean-based mayo in creamy jalapeño dip, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Chuy's seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Chuy's cooks with soybean/vegetable oil (fryers, chips); soybean-based mayo in creamy jalapeño dip, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Chuy's?
Chuy's Margarita (on the rocks) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chuy's, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Chuy's?
Nachos Grande is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Chuy's, at an estimated 20.0g 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 Chuy's lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch.