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C O O K I N G S U G G E S T I O N S
Changing the oil or fat
When oil goes below minimum level mark,
add new oil. It is advisable to change the oil
from time to time to maintain the quality
and taste of your fried food.
The number of times the oil can be used
depends on the type of food you fry. For
example, the oil must be changed more often if
food coated in breadcrumbs is fried frequently.
We advise that the oil be completely changed
every 5/8 times or it should be completely
changed in the following circumstances:
• unpleasant odour
• smoke when frying
• becomes dark in colour.
For perfect frying
• The recommended temperature should
be selected for each recipe. If the
temperature is too low, the food
will absorb oil. If the
temperature is too high, the food
will crisp too quickly, leaving the
inside underdone.
• The food to be fried should not
be lowered into the oil until the
correct temperature has been
reached (i.e. when the pilot lamp
switches off).
• Do not overfill the basket. Too much
food in the basket lowers the
temperature of the oil suddenly, with the
result that the food will be greasy and
unevenly-fried.
• Check that the food is sliced thinly and
evenly. Thick slices will not be fried
throughout, although they may look
cooked on the outside. If the food is
evenly sliced, each slice will be perfectly
fried at the same time.
• Be sure to dry the food carefully before
frying. Damp foods - especially potatoes
- tend to soggy after frying. Foods with
a high water content (e.g. fish, meat
and vegetables) should be dipped in
breadcrumbs or flour. Remember to
shake off any excess flour or
breadcrumbs before frying.
F R Y I N G N O N - F R O Z E N F O O D S
Food
CHIPPED POTATOES Half portion 350g 190 phase 1 4 - 5
phase 2 1 - 2
Whole portion 700g 190 phase 1 6 - 8
phase 2 4 - 5
FISH Squid 250g 160 6 - 7
Scampi 250g 160 5 - 6
Sardines 250g 170 6 - 7
Sole (1) 130g 160 5 - 6
MEAT Beef cutlets (1) 120g 160 5 - 7
Chicken cutlets (1) 120g 160 4 - 6
Meatballs (6) 250g 160 4 - 6
VEGETABLES Artichokes 150g 150 5 - 6
Cauliflower 200g 160 4 - 5
Mushrooms 200g 150 4 - 5
Aubergines (2 slices) 50g 170 3 - 4
Courgettes 150g 160 5 - 6
Max. quantity Temperature (°C) Time (min)
Consult the following chart taking into account that the cooking times and temperatures are
approximate and should be varied according to the quantities required and personal taste.
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