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FRYING TIPS




Source of Recipe


from Crisco and the J.M. Smucker Co
• Use a medium- to heavyweight 8- to 10-inch (width) by 4- to 5-inch (depth) saucepan or electric deep fryer. Keep a frying basket, tongs and a slotted spoon on hand, too. A special frying thermometer can help you control the temperature.

• If you must fry without a thermometer, you can determine the temperature of the oil this way: A 1-inch cube of bread will turn golden brown in 65 seconds at 345 to 355 degrees; 60 seconds at 355 to 365 degrees; 50 seconds at 365 to 375 degrees; or 40 seconds at 375 to 385 degrees.

• Add enough shortening or oil to fill the saucepan half full or a deep fryer within ½ inch of the fill mark.

• Be sure your pan and utensils have been washed and dried thoroughly. Small bits of residue or moisture can cause foaming or bubbling during frying.

• Drain or blot your food before frying. Too much moisture can cause splattering or foaming of the oil.

• Heat shortening or oil to 365 to 375 degrees. Submerge food. Cook until golden brown and done. Do not overcrowd your pan, which will lower the temperature of the oil. That will make the food too greasy.

• Drain fried food before serving, but do not allow to cool too much before serving.

• To store used oil, allow to cool and then strain through a piece of cheesecloth to remove food particles. Store in the refrigerator in a clean, covered jar. When oil foams excessively when reheated, it is time to discard the oil.