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A deep fryer, as the name suggests, is a kitchen appliance used for deep frying. While commonly used in commercial kitchens, household models are also available. They are great for cooking French fries and fried fish or chicken. A deep fryer typically consists of a removable grill on which the food is placed before it is immersed into the heated oil.

There is a wide range of deep fryers available, which can be combined with other cooking vessels for specific cooking requirements. These include stand-alone units, gas and electric fryers. Gas fryers heat up quickly and to a higher temperature than electric fryers. Powered by either natural gas or propane, gas fryers are generally less expensive to maintain than electric fryers. This makes gas-powered fryers popular models. Electric fryers, on the other hand, lose a little less heat than gas fryers as their heating elements are submerged in oil.

Modern commercial fryers are energy efficient due to better heat transfer capabilities. Available with electric or gas heating, some fryers even come equipped with the latest in infrared or convection heating. Though efficient, these models are often expensive. Specialized deep fryers are also available for specific cooking requirements. For example, donuts can be cooked using flat-bottomed fryers, which are widely used in bakeries. In order to simplify cooking, some deep fryers feature automated settings or modes.

Stainless steel is the metal of choice for commercial grade deep fryers. It is highly resistant to heat and corrosion and lasts much longer than mild steel. Mild steel also has a tendency to expand unevenly under heat, thus damaging the vessel over time. That is why stainless steel models come with a longer warranty than mild steel models.

The efficiency of deep fryers depends on the type of material they are made from. For instance, an aluminum fryer is best for chips as it heats up and cools down quickly, while a stainless steel fryer is ideal for frying meat as it retains heat better.

“Cold zones” are the latest development in deep fryer models. Cold zones are areas on the frying pan where larger food particles sink. This helps to keep the oil clean as the particles sink to where it is cooler and this prevents food burning and means oil can be reused. This feature also helps in quick cleaning of the appliance. Your choice of model depends on your frying requirements.