10
Fish - fresh
Fish has a high water content. Dry with paper towel, and coat before frying. Use whole, or cut
into fillets, cutlets or strips.
Type
Temperature
(°C)
Time(mins)
Fillets, strips, prawns, fish cakes
190
3 - 4
Whitebait
190
1 - 2
Meat
Ensure fresh and thawed meat are coated in egg and breadcrumbs or batter when frying. Follow
directions on the package for pre-packaged frozen meat products.
Type
Temperature
(°C)
Time(mins)
Strips
190
3
Chops/cutlets - small/large
170
10 - 15
Scotch eggs
170
10
Rissoles, meat balls
190
6
Wiener schnitzel (depending on thickness)
170
3 - 8
Poultry
Ensure fresh and thawed poultry are coated in egg and breadcrumbs or batter when frying.
Remove the skin for better results. Allow time for poultry to cook to the centre. A crisp golden
exterior doesn't necessarily denote this, so test before serving. Follow directions on the package
for pre-packaged frozen poultry products.
Type
Temperature
(°C)
Time(mins)
Strips
170
4
Drumsticks
170
14 - 15
Croquettes
190
2 - 3
Chicken in breadcrumbs - small
170
15 - 20
Chicken in breadcrumbs - large
170
20 - 30
Bread, cakes, fritters
Type
Temperature
(°C)
Time(mins)
Ring doughnuts
190
2
Pineapple, banana or apple fritters
190
2 - 3
Croutons (diced bread)
190
1