Hot Dog on a Stick Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Hot Dog on a Stick cooks with: Corn dogs, cheese sticks, fries and funnel cake sticks all fried in vegetable (soybean) oil — high PUFA; fresh-squeezed lemonades are fat-free.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Hot Dog on a Stick
| Original Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Cherry Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Lime Lemonade | 0.0g PUFA |
| Hand-Stomped Lemonade Small | 0.0g PUFA |
| Hand-Stomped Lemonade Regular | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Hot Dog on a Stick
| Sampler Platter (4 stick items + regular side) | 46.0g PUFA |
| French Fries (Regular) | 30.0g PUFA |
| Sampler Platter (4 sticks + fries) | 20.0g PUFA |
| Turkey Dog Combo (dog + small fries) | 20.0g PUFA |
| Kids Meal (Turkey Dog + Small Fries) | 20.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Hot Dog on a Stick use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Hot Dog on a Stick cooks with: Corn dogs, cheese sticks, fries and funnel cake sticks all fried in vegetable (soybean) oil — high PUFA; fresh-squeezed lemonades are fat-free.. Across the 51 menu items we analyzed, it averages 6.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Hot Dog on a Stick cook with?
Our research indicates: Corn dogs, cheese sticks, fries and funnel cake sticks all fried in vegetable (soybean) oil — high PUFA; fresh-squeezed lemonades are fat-free.. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Hot Dog on a Stick use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Hot Dog on a Stick cooks with Corn dogs, cheese sticks, fries and funnel cake sticks all fried in vegetable (soybean) oil — high PUFA; fresh-squeezed lemonades are fat-free., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Hot Dog on a Stick seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Hot Dog on a Stick cooks with Corn dogs, cheese sticks, fries and funnel cake sticks all fried in vegetable (soybean) oil — high PUFA; fresh-squeezed lemonades are fat-free., which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Hot Dog on a Stick?
Original Lemonade is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Hot Dog on a Stick, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Hot Dog on a Stick?
Sampler Platter (4 stick items + regular side) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Hot Dog on a Stick, at an estimated 46.0g 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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