{"id":754,"date":"2022-04-14T22:13:28","date_gmt":"2022-04-14T22:13:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliance-world.co.uk\/?p=754"},"modified":"2023-01-10T03:44:24","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T03:44:24","slug":"how-to-cook-chips-in-a-deep-fat-fryer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homesguide.co.uk\/how-to-cook-chips-in-a-deep-fat-fryer\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide on How to Cook Chips in a Deep Fat Fryer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Is there anything better than perfect home-cooked chips fresh out of the fryer? Doused with salt and vinegar, they are the ideal accompaniment to almost any meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although there is just one term, the chip, this can mean many different things to different people. Whether you prefer French fries, fairly thick chips or something in between, we would argue that the best way to make the perfect chip is by deep-frying it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to find out our top tips for how to cook chips in a deep fat fryer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Right Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are only a few things to get right regarding ingredients when making deep-fried chips, the best potatoes and the type of oil you use to fry them in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best type of potato to use for chips is either King Edwards or Maris Piper. Both have a fluffy texture but hold their shape well and crisp up wonderfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of your frying medium, this comes down to personal preference. For example, some people feel that the best fat to use for frying chips is beef fat, but this has a lot higher calorie count than using a vegetable oil such as sunflower oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to enjoy chips with a meal frequently, it may be that the best oil for deep frying chips is sunflower oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having salt to serve with your fries is also a must! But there are many recipes for other food items<\/a> you can serve up on top of your fries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you get all of the equipment and ingredients ready to fry your chips, you will be prepared, and the process will be much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Below is a list of the equipment you might need when cooking chips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Deep fat fryer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Bowl of cold water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Kitchen paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Slotted spoon<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Fryer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sharp knife<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Potato peeler<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    While you are preparing your potatoes ready for frying, turn on your fryer to ensure you have hot oil to cook with; otherwise, you will end up with soggy French fries, and no one wants that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The Potatoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Peel your King Edward or Maris Piper potatoes and then cut lengthways into uniform chip shapes, as this will help with all of your chips being cooked at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Once cut, place the potatoes into a bowl of cold water and allow them to soak to remove excess starch before frying. Leaving them for around 30 minutes<\/strong> should be plenty of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Once you have done this, pat dry the chips, as any water will cause your oil to spit, and this could cause burns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Cooking the Perfect Chips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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