Electric Deep Fryer
F26235
Frying
Plug into the mains socket and turn the temperature control to
the required temperature. When the indicator light goes out, lower
the basket (containing the food) slowly and carefully into the oil
by sliding back the rise and fall control and close the lid. Do not
overfill. Immediately after the basket has been lowered, it is normal
for a considerable quantity of very hot steam to be given off from
the filter and drops of condensation to form near the basket hand-
grip. At the end of cooking, remove the basket and unplug the applian-
ce from the mains socket.
How long the oil or fat lasts
Every now and then it must be completely changed. As with any
deep fryer, the oil deteriorates after being heated a number of
times. Even if used and filtered correctly, it should therefore be
changed completely on a regular basis. You should ideally change
the oil completely after frying 5/8 times and always in the event of:
Unpleasant smell; smoke during frying; the oil becomes dark.
Before cleaning or maintenance, turn the appliance off, unplug and
allow to cool down. You should filter the oil or fat each time you
fry, especially if you cook food in breadcrumbs or flour.
Food particles left in the liquid tend to burn and may cause the oil
or fat to deteriorate more rapidly. Make sure the oil is sufficiently
cold (wait about two hours) before filtering. To filter the oil or fat,
simply pour through fine muslin or absorbent paper.
Frying non-frozen food
•
The food being fried must not be immersed in the oil
until the oil has reached the correct temperature and
the light has gone off.
•
Never over fill the basket This could cause a sudden drop in
the temperature of the oil and therefore greasier and less
uniform frying.
•
Check that the food is cut into thin, even pieces. If the food is
too thick, it will not be well cooked inside.
•
When cooking food in batter, you should first immerse the
empty basket. Then, when the set temperature has been
reached (the indicator light goes out), immerse the food
directly in the hot oil to avoid the batter sticking to the basket.
•
Dry the food thoroughly before immersing it in the oil
or fat as moist foods will be less crispy after cooking
(especially potatoes). Foods with a high water content (fish,
meat, vegetables) should ideally be coated in breadcrumbs or
flour before frying. Make sure to remove excess flour or
breadcrumbs before immersing the food in the oil.
6
