Guidelines For Deep-Frying; Frying Guide - Wolfgang Puck BDFR0070 Use And Care Manual

Guidelines for Deep-Frying

1 Always fry food between the temperatures of 350-375° unless recipe
specifies otherwise. Cooking at lower temperatures allows for more oil
absorption, which makes the food taste greasy.
Make sure the READY indicator is illuminated before lowering food into oil.
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Never fill the basket greater than 2/3rds full. Too much food will prevent
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the food from moving around and browning evenly. In addition, it may
slow down the cooking time. Fry in smaller batches for faster, crispier
fried food.
4 When selecting oil to use in your Deep Fryer, choose a high quality
brand of peanut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil. These fats can withstand
high temperatures well. Do not use butter, margarine, animal fats or olive
oil because these smoke at lower temperatures and can cause fire.
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Do not mix different oils. Do not use shortening or lumps of fat as your
Deep Fryer will overheat.
6 Change oil often and dispose of responsibly. Do not pour down the sink
drain. Check with local regulations for proper disposal.
7 Keep oil for frying seafood and fish separate from oil used for potatoes
and other milder items.
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Before deep frying any foods, remove excess moisture by blotting well
with a paper towel.
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Do not add water, wet foods, or icy frozen foods to hot oil, because this
will cause the oil to spatter, which may result in injury.
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When frying battered foods, shake off any excess batter or coating
before putting in the oil.
11 Never pour salt into the oil. Instead, salt the food while it is hot and
draining on a paper towel.
12 Frozen foods can be cooked in your Fryer. Follow directions on food
package. Always close the lid before lowering the basket in the oil to
avoid spattering. Always lower the basket slowly into the oil.
13 After cutting potatoes for French fries or potato chips, wash in cold
water to remove starch. This will keep them from sticking together.
Dry completely before frying.
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Never place any plastic utensils into hot oil. Do not pour hot oil into
plastic containers.
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Frying Guide

Cooking times are suggestions. Adjust them according to your
own preference and the amount of food being cooked. Do not fill
the basket more than 2/3rds full.
Food Temperature
Chicken breasts 350°F
Chicken drumsticks 350°F
Chicken fingers 350°F
Doughnuts 350°F
Eggplant 350°F
Fish filets, breaded 350°F
Fish in batter 325°F
French fries 375°F
Fries, steak 375°F
Mushrooms 350°F
Onion rings 350°F
Pork chops, breaded 350°F
Potato chips 375°F
Shrimp 350°F
Veal cutlets 340°F
WARNING: Do not add water, wet foods or icy frozen foods to
cooking oil because this will cause the oil to splatter and may
result in injury. Do not move the Deep Fryer while cooking, or at
any time when the oil is hot. To check food during frying, look
through the viewing window or open the lid ensuring that your
hands and face are away from escaping steam. We recommend
using an oven mitt to gently hold the lid down while pressing
the lid release button and guiding the lid to the open position.
Do not place your hands above the filter vent on the lid while
cooking, as the steam is hot and can cause burns.
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Time (Minutes)
15 to 20
12 to 15
12 to 15
2 to 4
5 to 7
5 to 6
6 to 8
5 to 7
5 to 7
3 to 5
5 to 7
7 to 10
5 to 8
2 to 4
7 to 10