DAfter each use, strain oil through a filter or a double thickness of cheesecloth to remove the accumulated residue.
DThe number of times the cooking oil can be reused will depend on the food that is fried in it. For example, the oil will need to be replaced more often if fish or food coated with bread or cracker crumbs is fried frequently.
DThe longer oil is heated, the more rapidly it deteriorates. Avoid preheating longer than necessary and turn off the fryer once the last batch of food has been removed.
DTo prolong the useful life of oil, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark area or in the refrigerator.
DIt is time to replace the cooking oil if any of the following occur:
The oil is dark in color.
The oil has an unpleasant odor.
The oil smokes when it is heated.
The oil foams excessively during frying.
Frying Timetable
Do not use cover while frying french fries and other high moisture foods. For crisper foods, fry without the cover.
The following times are approximate and based on the maximum recommended amounts of food. Fill the basket no more than 2⁄3 full.
Food | Amount | Temperature | Time |
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Cheese, Frozen, nuggets | 9 cups | 375˚ | 2 to 3 minutes |
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Chicken |
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Frozen, nuggets | 9 cups | 375˚ | 3 to 5 minutes |
Raw, serving size pieces, | 4 to 5 pieces | 375˚ | 13 to 18 minutes |
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Donuts* (Fry donuts without basket) | 3 to 4 | 375˚ | 2 to 3 minutes |
Egg Rolls, Frozen | 3 to 4 | 375˚ | 5 to 6 minutes |
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Fish |
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Frozen, battered | 3 to 4 pieces | 375˚ | 7 to 8 minutes |
Raw, battered | 3 to 4 pieces | 350˚ | 3 to 4 minutes |
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Onion rings |
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Frozen, battered | 9 cups | 375˚ | 4 to 5 minutes |
Raw, battered* | 3 to 4 large pieces | 375˚ | 11⁄2 to 21⁄2 minutes |
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Potatoes |
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Frozen french fries | 9 cups | 375˚ | 10 to 12 minutes |
Raw fries (see page 11) | 9 cups | 375˚ | 3 to 4 minutes |
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| 375˚ | 10 to 12 minutes |
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Shrimp |
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Frozen, battered | 9 cups | 375˚ | 5 to 7 minutes |
Raw, battered | 9 cups | 375˚ | 3 to 5 minutes |
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Vegetables, Raw, battered* | 5 to 6 pieces | 350˚ | 1 to 3 minutes |
*These foods are best when fried in small quantities.
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