The deep fryer cooks food quickly, uses minimal ingredients during preparation, and is easy enough for almost anyone to use, from cooking novices to professional chefs. Known for making French fries, chicken nuggets, and other crispy snacks without a ton of oil, deep fryers can also help you save calories.
Just like your microwave, toaster oven, or any other kitchen appliance, you should clean and maintain your deep fryer regularly. If you don’t clean your deep fryer, it won’t perform optimally and can build up odors and flavors that can transfer directly to your freshly prepared food. Dirty fryers can also accumulate grease, and this grease can cause the fryer to smoke and reduce the quality of food.
Here’s how to clean your deep fryer and keep it running at its best.
turn off the device
Before attempting to clean the fryer, unplug it from the electrical outlet and allow it to cool completely. This is to prevent electrical shock, injury, or damage to your unit. Now this may seem obvious, but sometimes when people are in a rush, they actually forget to turn off their devices before cleaning.
Clean basket and containers.
Step 1: Clean removable baskets and containers (fry basket, baking sheet, etc.) with hot, soapy water. If food is stuck or burned in the basket (such as dough or potatoes), you can soak it in hot water and dish soap for about 10 minutes.
Step 2: Clean up food debris with a sponge or disinfectant wipes.
Step 3: Place the fryer basket in the dishwasher (if safe). Note: Some fryers have dishwasher-safe accessories. Consult the manufacturer’s instructions for more information on dishwasher safety.
Step 4 – Make sure your fryer basket, pan, and other removable accessories are completely dry before attempting to reassemble your fryer and use it again.
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clean the inside
Step 1 – Using a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge and hot water, clean the heating element. If there is grease on the heating element, add a small amount of dishwashing liquid to a cloth or sponge to help remove grease.
Step 2: Clean off the soap with clean, hot water. You may want to turn the fryer upside down to help clean the heating element. You can also use a soft-bristled food brush to remove any dirt or stuck-on particles.
Step 3: Thoroughly clean the interior with a non-abrasive sponge or cloth and hot water. You can use a very small amount of dishwashing detergent to remove grease. Again, you can use a soft-bristled cleaning brush to remove any stuck-on food. There are several ways to clean kitchen grease.
Step 4 – Allow the inside of the fryer to dry completely.
clean the outside
Clean the exterior with a damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach, glass cleaner or other chemicals. Never immerse your fryer in water to clean it.
If your fryer has a stainless steel exterior, we recommend using stainless steel wipes. Stainless steel wipes are a valuable household accessory that will come in handy for cleaning numerous appliances. For example, these wipes work wonders for removing smudges, smudges, and fingerprints from your stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher.
keep your fryer
If you want your deep fryer to perform as well as the day you bought it, you’ll need to give it a good wash every time you finish using it. This prevents food particles and fat deposits from damaging the device. After cleaning the fryer, allow it to dry completely and then store it in its original box or in a clean, dry place (ie, do not store it next to the counter or near the dishwasher).
Follow the instructions to ensure you are using the fry basket and pan correctly so that food does not touch the heating element. The most important rule for using a deep fryer is to never overload it with food. When you put too much food in the basket, it doesn’t cook properly, it has to cook longer, and more fat and food particles can get into the heater.
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