Best Deep Fryer Reviews

Whether you are hoping to buy your first deep fryer or you need to replace one that has passed on to fried food heaven, there are several things that should be taken into consideration in order to find the best deep fryer for you. I’ve spent time considering fifteen different deep fryers that come in a variety of price ranges and feature sets and I feel pretty confident in being able to help you determine the right kind of deep fryer that will meet your needs and satisfy that desire for deep fried goodness in your own kitchen.

Capacity

The first thing to consider when you are in the market for a new deep fryer is how much cooking capacity you will need. Deep fryers can be small single serving units like the Presto 05420 FryDaddy or they can be larger capacity restaurant style double basket units that are suitable for large families or entertaining guests. There are of course a myriad of choices in between.

Features

The second most important consideration is the included features in a potential deep fryer purchase. Things like a magnetic release cord and an adjustable thermostat are nearly universal to deep fryers. Filters are fairly common on many units as well. Some deep fryers like the Emerilware Deep Fryer has a built in drain and filter for the oil. At the other end of the spectrum are the simple kettle cookers that often have no additional frying features but can sometimes be used for a variety of cooking methods, such as Presto’s Multi-Cooker. I enjoy using this unit for steaming rice in addition to using it as a deep fryer.

Safety

One drawback of simple kettle cookers like Presto 06000 Multi-Cooker is that aside from the magnetic release cord, there generally aren’t any additional safety features. These deep fryers are little more than a metal pot and as such the outside surface gets extremely hot. Not that you’d intentionally allow your child to touch any deep fryer while in use but some units specifically stay cool to the touch on the outside and can give a small amount of peace of mind to parents with small children around.

Health Considerations

Deep fryers are not often associated with healthy eating but there a couple units that specifically cater to health conscious consumers. One of those is the George Foreman GSF026B Deep Fryer which features a spin cycle at the end of the frying process to spin-away much of the fat that is absorbed during the cooking process. The George Foreman deep fryer could make a good gift for someone who might not otherwise even consider buying a deep fryer.

Price

The last thing to consider and the most important thing to a lot of people is price. Once you’ve decided what capacity you need and which features and safety considerations you want to have in a deep fryer it is then time to decide how much you’d like to spend on a deep fryer. Thankfully there is a wide range of fryer’s available from a variety of manufacturers and finding the best deep fryer for you and within your price range should be fairly painless once you’ve determined what you are looking for.

Conclusion

I hope after reading this that you have a better idea of things to take into consideration when you want to purchase a deep fryer and can truly find the best deep fryer for you.