Deep Fryer Buying Guide

What is a Fryer?

A commercial deep fryer is a kitchen appliance designed to heat large quantities of cooking oil for deep frying large quantities of foods such as french fries, funnel cakes, and mozzarella sticks.

How you use your commercial deep fryer depends on the specific model you have and also what kind of foods you're making. The basic method that is common among all types of deep fryers is to heat the oil to the desired temperature, lower the basket filled with battered food into the hot oil, and then raise the basket once the batter reaches a golden brown color. It is suggested that you drain the oil off your food on a platter lined with paper towels before serving so that customers don't receive excess grease on their plates.

Types of Commercial Deep Fryers

Choosing the best fryer for your business is dependent on what fried foods you will be serving and their demand. A major factor when choosing the best commercial deep fryer is the fryer's burner style as each one is best for certain types of menu items.

Open-Pot Fryers Heating elements are located on the tank's exterior Popular choice for establishments that produce a lot of fries, onion rings, chicken tenders, and other pre-breaded items Help provide more frying space for high-volume cooking Easy to clean They do not do well with high-sediment food items Have longer preheat times