Equipment Needed

• shallow pan
• oil thermometer
• tongs
• paper towels

Ingredients

• oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
• food to fry
• salt
• pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Pour oil into shallow pan to about 1/4 inch depth
2. Heat over medium-high heat until oil shimmers
3. Test temperature with thermometer (350-375°F ideal)
4. Carefully add food to hot oil
5. Cook 2-3 minutes until golden brown
6. Flip and cook other side 2-3 minutes
7. Remove with tongs to paper towels
8. Drain excess oil

Professional Tips

• Pat food dry - moisture causes oil splatter
• Use oil with high smoke point
• Don't overcrowd - temperature drops
• Let oil return to temperature between batches
• Never leave hot oil unattended

What to Make

• chicken fried steak
• breaded cutlets
• fried eggs
• pan-fried foods