What oil does Fogo de Chao fry in?
Fogo de Chao most likely fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: Churrasco meats are fire-roasted on skewers over an open flame, seasoned with just rock salt (no added cooking oil); sides vary by prep — Pao de Queijo is baked with corn oil, Crispy Polenta is deep-fried (fryer oil not disclosed, assumed soybean/vegetable), mashed potatoes and caramelized bananas use butter, farofa is sauteed with bacon fat (fogodechao.com/menu, fogodechao.com/menu/side-dishes, fogodechao.com/menu/chicken-lamb-and-pork).
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Build my orderFogo de Chao at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil and vegetable oil blend (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | A (2.8 g average per item, 34 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes · Vegetable oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Fogo de Chao
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Lamb Picanha (Cordeiro) | 0.4g |
| Lombo (Parmesan-Crusted Pork Loin) | 0.6g |
| Filet Mignon | 1.0g |
| Fraldinha (Bottom Sirloin) | 1.0g |
| Lamb Chops | 1.0g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Build my orderWhy the frying oil matters
Most fast-food chains fry in seed oils like soybean, canola, corn, or a blend of them, which are high in polyunsaturated fat (PUFA). A handful still use beef tallow or other stable fats, which are far lower in PUFA. The oil a kitchen fries in is the single biggest driver of how much seed oil ends up on your plate. See the full breakdown on the Fogo de Chao report card, or where it lands on the Seed Oil Index. See which chains fry in real fats on Tallow Watch.
Frequently asked
What oil does Fogo de Chao fry in?
Fogo de Chao most likely fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: Churrasco meats are fire-roasted on skewers over an open flame, seasoned with just rock salt (no added cooking oil); sides vary by prep — Pao de Queijo is baked with corn oil, Crispy Polenta is deep-fried (fryer oil not disclosed, assumed soybean/vegetable), mashed potatoes and caramelized bananas use butter, farofa is sauteed with bacon fat (fogodechao.com/menu, fogodechao.com/menu/side-dishes, fogodechao.com/menu/chicken-lamb-and-pork).
Does Fogo de Chao use seed oils?
Yes. Fogo de Chao most likely fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is A, about 2.8 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Fogo de Chao use beef tallow?
No. Fogo de Chao most likely fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Fogo de Chao use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Fogo de Chao most likely fries in soybean oil and vegetable oil blend. The chain has not confirmed it. If you have a peanut allergy, ask the restaurant directly, because oils and suppliers can vary by location.
What is the lowest seed oil order at Fogo de Chao?
Filet Mignon (1.0 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Cold-Smoked Salmon (Market Table) (1.0 g) and Pork Ribs (2.0 g).
Which Fogo de Chao item has the most seed oil?
Chocolate Brigadeiro, at about 8.3 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.