Preparing For Frying; Care And Cleaning - Wolfgang Puck BDFR0010 Bistro collection Manual

Preparing for Frying

Many deep-fried foods are coated with a breading or batter before
frying. This helps to retain the moisture and flavor of the food and
protects the food from absorbing too much fat. Batters can also add
appetizing texture, flavor and appearance to the food to be fried.
Following are general guidelines for breading and battering foods,
including a variety of coatings you may not have thought of before.
Quantities will vary according to the amount of foods you are frying.
Following these tips will help prevent coatings from separating and
falling off into the fryer.
Breading Foods For Frying
1. Set up three bowls or plates.
2. Place flour in the first bowl.
3. In the second bowl, make an egg wash by mixing eggs and either
water or milk.
4. In the last bowl, place the breading of your choice. like bread
crumbs or cornmeal. Try one of the following suggestions:
fine dry bread crumbs
crushed corn flakes
corn meal
instant potato flakes
5. Clean the food to be fried and shake off any excess water. If
desired, season the food with salt and pepper.
6. Dip the food in the flour and shake off the extra flour.
7. Dip the food in the egg wash; let the extra drain off so that the
crumb coating will be even.
8. Lastly, dip the food in the crumbs, pressing gently and making sure
it is coated completely. Shake off excess.
9. Have a pan handy to hold the breaded food until ready to fry.
Tip: While breading food, occasionally remove any lumps from the
flour and crumbs for even coverage.
fresh bread crumbs
cracker meal
panko - rice bread crumbs
rice flour
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Battering Foods For Frying
Batters are semi-liquid mixtures containing flour or starch. They are
used in deep frying to give a crisp, flavorful coating. They are great
on seafood and vegetables, such as broccoli or shrimp.
• Many different liquids may be used: milk, beer, water, sake.
• Eggs may not be used.
• Too thick of a batter is not as palatable as a light one.
• For lighter results, use a leavening agent, such as baking powder,
beaten egg whites, beer or seltzer.
RAW EGG WARNING
The American Egg Board states: "There have been warnings against consuming raw
or lightly cooked eggs on the grounds that the egg may be contaminated with
Salmonella, a bacteria responsible for a type of foodborne illness. Healthy people
need to remember that there is a very small risk and treat eggs and other raw animal
foods accordingly. Use only properly refrigerated, clean, sound-shelled, fresh, grade
AA or A eggs. Avoid mixing yolks and whites with the shell."

Care and Cleaning

Warning: Deep fryer and oil are hot. To avoid the risk of burns, do
not move the deep fryer while hot.
Before cleaning, unplug the cord from the wall outlet and wait for the
deep fryer to cool completely. Open the lid to its full upright position.
Gently lift up the lid. Use the handle to remove the frying basket from
the deep fryer. Wash the frying basket in warm, soapy water and dry
thoroughly.
Remove the control panel and heating element from the base by
lifting vertically. Never immerse the control panel. Clean the heating
element with hot, soapy water, bing careful not to wet the control
panel. Clean the exterior of the control panel with a damp cloth. Wipe
the interior and exterior of the of the deep fryer with a damp cloth.
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