What oil does Roosters fry in?
Roosters most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it.
In detail: 100% soybean oil for all deep-fried items (confirmed directly on roosterswings.com allergen/nutrition PDF: "When deep fried, Roosters uses 100% Soy oil"); burgers/griddled items estimated with a canola-blend grill-oil assumption since patty/bun fat source is undisclosed.
Ordering at Roosters? Build your meal in the app and see its seed oil total before you pay.
Build my orderRoosters at a glance
| Fry oil (US) | Soybean oil (estimated) |
| Seed oils | Yes |
| Beef tallow | No |
| Peanut oil | No |
| Seed oil grade | F (16.7 g average per item, 133 items) |
| Is it a seed oil? | Soybean oil: Yes |
The 5 cleanest things to order at Roosters
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 |
|---|---|
| Cheeseburger (Quarter-Pound) | 1.2g |
| Grilled Chicken Fingers (Half Size) | 1.2g |
| Grilled Cajun Chicken Fingers (Half Size) | 1.2g |
| Grilled Chicken Salad (Half, no dressing) | 1.4g |
| Cajun Chicken Salad (Half, no dressing) | 1.8g |
Lower PUFA is cleaner. These are estimates from published nutrition data and disclosed oils; preparation varies by location.
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Pick your meal, sides, sauces and drink in the app and see your seed oil total before you order. It logs to your day in one tap. Free on iPhone and Android.
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 Roosters 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 Roosters fry in?
Roosters most likely fries in soybean oil, but the chain has not confirmed it. In detail: 100% soybean oil for all deep-fried items (confirmed directly on roosterswings.com allergen/nutrition PDF: "When deep fried, Roosters uses 100% Soy oil"); burgers/griddled items estimated with a canola-blend grill-oil assumption since patty/bun fat source is undisclosed.
Does Roosters use seed oils?
Yes. Roosters most likely fries in soybean oil. The chain has not confirmed it. Its seed oil grade is F, about 16.7 g of polyunsaturated fat per menu item.
Does Roosters use beef tallow?
No. Roosters most likely fries in soybean oil, not beef tallow. The chain has not confirmed it.
Does Roosters use peanut oil?
Not that we can find. Roosters most likely fries in soybean oil. 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 Roosters?
Cheeseburger (Quarter-Pound) (1.2 g of polyunsaturated fat). Next: Bob's Cheeseburger (1.9 g) and Bob's BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger (2.8 g).
Which Roosters item has the most seed oil?
Dumpster Fries, at about 69.0 g of polyunsaturated fat as listed.