Gold Star Chili Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Gold Star Chili cooks with: Soybean/vegetable oil for fries and fried items; Cincinnati chili sauce is beef-based (tallow/beef fat). Across the 65 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Gold Star Chili
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Tea | 0.0g PUFA |
| Side of Chili | 1.0g PUFA |
| Soda Float | 1.0g PUFA |
| Chocolate Shake | 2.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Gold Star Chili
| Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad | 14.0g PUFA |
| Chili Salad | 13.0g PUFA |
| Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich | 13.0g PUFA |
| Vegetarian Chili Salad | 13.0g PUFA |
| Classic Chicken Sandwich | 12.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Gold Star Chili use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Gold Star Chili cooks with: Soybean/vegetable oil for fries and fried items; Cincinnati chili sauce is beef-based (tallow/beef fat). Across the 65 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Gold Star Chili cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean/vegetable oil for fries and fried items; Cincinnati chili sauce is beef-based (tallow/beef fat). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Gold Star Chili use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: Soybean/vegetable oil for fries and fried items; Cincinnati chili sauce is beef-based (tallow/beef fat). Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is Gold Star Chili seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Gold Star Chili cooks with Soybean/vegetable oil for fries and fried items; Cincinnati chili sauce is beef-based (tallow/beef fat), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Gold Star Chili?
Fountain Drink is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Gold Star Chili, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Gold Star Chili?
Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Gold Star Chili, at an estimated 14.0g 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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