A deep fat fryer a device to deep fry foods. They are most commonly used in fast food establishments and chip shops. They are also popular for home use.

Usage

Deep fat fryers have a basket where food is put to fry. Oil in the fryer is used to quickly cook the food. Most fryers operate in the temperature range of 140-200 °C. (280-400 °F)

Safety

Deep fat fryers can be a safety risk. Oil is hot and can burn. They may also spit oil if too hot. Deep fat fryers have lids and other safety mechanism to reduce this risk. The fryer must not have too much oil in it.

Fire risks

Although less dangerous than some frying methods, deep fat fryers are known for being a dangerous fire risk and are a major cause of fire. They are difficult to extinguish and pouring water over hot oil can cause explosions. Many companies produce special extinguishers just for putting out fryers. Fryers should never be left unattended.

See also

• frying
• shallow frying