If you are still a French fries lover, thenprobably wondered what model of electric fryer you can buy home. Of course, they cook not only potatoes, but for some reason this product is more popular. We tell what to look for when choosing a home fryer.
Photo:Getty ImagesThe main, but not the only criterion to pay attention to when choosing this equipment for the kitchen is the volume of potatoes (donuts or pies, underline as appropriate) that can be cooked at one time. Oil consumption, power (the more, the faster the product will cook), the presence of a filter (fixed or removable), additional functions (non-heating body, lid lock, oil change indicator, etc.) are also very important when choosing a particular model of a home deep fryer. It is worth noting that the two main types of deep fryers are the most popular: compact and with a volume of up to 2 liters.
Capacity and power
The amount depends on the volume of the bowlof the product you can cook at one time. In compact models, 0.25 kg is usually loaded at a time, in large ones - 1.6 or 2 kg. For example, for a company of 3-4 people, a bowl with a volume of 1-1.2 kg will be quite enough. But the power will determine how quickly a particular dish will be cooked and how evenly it will be fried. It is worth noting that the larger the volume of the bowl, the more power is needed for the oil to heat up quickly. On average, this figure ranges from 800 to 2000 W, but experts advise choosing models with a power of 1400-1800 W for home use.
Bowl for oil and heating element
The oil bowl is made of aluminum orstainless steel. The first material is, of course, more affordable, but the second is considered more reliable. The operation of the deep fryer will depend on this element. If you are going to actively use this equipment, then choose models with a non-stick coating, as they are much more convenient to use. The heating element can be located under the lid (in the form of a plate) or be a spiral. Experts advise taking a closer look at models with a closed heating element, because they are much more convenient to clean.
Filters and advanced features
Smoke and odor filters are usually provided.included and can be single-layer or multi-layer, removable or non-removable. Experts recommend paying attention to a removable multi-layer filter, as it retains odor well and is easy to clean. Also check if the deep fryer has additional elements that will make working with this device easier. For example, check whether the model you like has removable parts, an oil drain system, a "cold" bottom, body insulation, a timer and other important functions.
