Halal Fats & Oils Guide
23 items classified under standard Halal guidelines.
How do fats & oils fare on the Halal diet? The answer depends on compliance with Islamic dietary law. This guide breaks down all 23 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.
Good news for Halal followers: almost all fats & oils fit the diet. These foods are permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Avocado Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Beef Tallow | Allowed | 198kcal |
| Butter | Allowed | 717kcal |
| Canola Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Coconut Oil | Allowed | 895kcal |
| Duck Fat | Allowed | 136kcal |
| Flaxseed Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Ghee | Allowed | 876kcal |
| Grapeseed Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Heavy Cream | Allowed | 340kcal |
| Margarine | Allowed | 579kcal |
| MCT Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Olive Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Palm Oil | Allowed | 134kcal |
| Peanut Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Safflower Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Sesame Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Sunflower Oil | Allowed | 900kcal |
| Vegetable Oil | Allowed | 862kcal |
| Walnut Oil | Allowed | 884kcal |
| Cooking Spray | Limited | 792kcal |
| Shortening | Limited | 884kcal |
| Lard | Not Allowed | 902kcal |
Classification Breakdown
20 Allowed — These fats & oils are permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. 2 Limited — These items have doubtful (mashbooh) — uncertain ingredient sources or disputed additives. 1 Not Allowed — These are forbidden (haram) — pork, alcohol, blood, carrion, or improperly slaughtered meat.
Commonly missed: alcohol in cooking (vanilla extract, wine reductions) and pork-derived gelatin in Western markets.
Allowed Fats & Oils (20)
Avocado Oil
AllowedAvocado Oil is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 884kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Ghee and Flaxseed Oil for calories, ranking 10 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Beef Tallow
AllowedWith 198kcal calories per 100g, Beef Tallow earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, beef tallow also provides 14.7g protein and 14.9g fat per 100g. Among the 23 items in this category, beef tallow sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Heavy Cream at 340kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Butter
AllowedButter is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 717kcal calories per 100g. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 81.1g fat and 643mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Margarine and Cooking Spray for calories, ranking 6 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salted | 717kcal | 0.9g | 81.1g | 0.1g | 0g |
| Unsalted | 717kcal | 0.9g | 81.1g | 0.1g | 0g |
Canola Oil
AllowedWith 900kcal calories per 100g, Canola Oil earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Coconut Oil at 895kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Oil
AllowedWith 895kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Oil earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, coconut oil also provides 99.1g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Shortening and Canola Oil for calories, ranking 17 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin (unrefined) | 892kcal | 0g | 99.1g | 0g | 0g |
| MCT Oil | 862kcal | 0g | 100g | 0g | 0g |
Duck Fat
AllowedWith 136kcal calories per 100g, Duck Fat earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 18.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 23 items in this category, duck fat sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Beef Tallow at 198kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Flaxseed Oil
AllowedAt 884kcal calories per 100g, Flaxseed Oil falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, flaxseed oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Avocado Oil and Grapeseed Oil for calories, ranking 11 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Ghee
AllowedGhee is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 876kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 99.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Vegetable Oil and Avocado Oil for calories, ranking 9 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Grapeseed Oil
AllowedAt 884kcal calories per 100g, Grapeseed Oil falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, grapeseed oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Flaxseed Oil and MCT Oil for calories, ranking 12 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Heavy Cream
AllowedWith 340kcal calories per 100g, Heavy Cream earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, heavy cream also provides 36.1g fat per 100g. Among the 23 items in this category, heavy cream sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Margarine at 579kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Cream | 340kcal | 2.8g | 36.1g | 2.8g | 0g |
| Light Cream | 195kcal | 3g | 19.1g | 3.7g | 0g |
Margarine
AllowedWith 579kcal calories per 100g, Margarine earns a Allowed classification on Halal. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, margarine also provides 65g fat and 694mg sodium per 100g. Among the 23 items in this category, margarine sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Butter at 717kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
MCT Oil
AllowedAt 884kcal calories per 100g, MCT Oil falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, mct oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Grapeseed Oil and Sesame Oil for calories, ranking 13 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Olive Oil
AllowedOlive Oil is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 900kcal calories per 100g. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Canola Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Virgin | 884kcal | 0g | 100g | 0g | 0g |
| Light/Refined | 884kcal | 0g | 100g | 0g | 0g |
Palm Oil
AllowedWith 134kcal calories per 100g, Palm Oil earns a Allowed classification on Halal. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Among the 23 items in this category, palm oil sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Duck Fat at 136kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Peanut Oil
AllowedAt 900kcal calories per 100g, Peanut Oil falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, peanut oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Olive Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Safflower Oil
AllowedAt 900kcal calories per 100g, Safflower Oil falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Peanut Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sesame Oil
AllowedSesame Oil is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 884kcal calories per 100g. This means it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between MCT Oil and Walnut Oil for calories, ranking 14 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sunflower Oil
AllowedSunflower Oil is classified as Allowed on Halal, with 900kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Safflower Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Vegetable Oil
AllowedAt 862kcal calories per 100g, Vegetable Oil falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, vegetable oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Cooking Spray and Ghee for calories, ranking 8 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Walnut Oil
AllowedAt 884kcal calories per 100g, Walnut Oil falls into the Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is permissible (halal) — typically a plant food or properly slaughtered animal product. Beyond the primary classification, walnut oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Sesame Oil and Shortening for calories, ranking 15 of 23.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Limited Fats & Oils (2)
Cooking Spray
LimitedWith 792kcal calories per 100g, Cooking Spray earns a Limited classification on Halal. This means it is doubtful (mashbooh) — uncertain ingredient sources or disputed additives. It also contains 78.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Butter and Vegetable Oil for calories, ranking 7 of 23. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Shortening
LimitedWith 884kcal calories per 100g, Shortening earns a Limited classification on Halal. It is doubtful (mashbooh) — uncertain ingredient sources or disputed additives. Beyond the primary classification, shortening also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Walnut Oil and Coconut Oil for calories, ranking 16 of 23. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Not Allowed Fats & Oils (1)
Lard
Not AllowedAt 902kcal calories per 100g, Lard falls into the Not Allowed category under Halal guidelines. It is forbidden (haram) — pork, alcohol, blood, carrion, or improperly slaughtered meat. Beyond the primary classification, lard also provides 100g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Sunflower Oil at 900kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central