Does this fry up wings for buffalo crispy or soggy?
613015
Forgot to mention, be careful with the time you use when cooking anything. It may sound like not enough (from the booklet) but it usually is just right. If you let something stay in a little longer it will be crispier. I had a chicken in there and let it stay a bit more and it was alomost a total buffalo wing but still not dried out.
613016
I used the bake feature instead of the fry feature for the wings but they do come out crispy when set at a higher temperature than typical bake. I cook them nearly complete and then turn up the heat to finish them off.
613017
For "easiness" it all depends if this unit comes with the "browning pan/drip pan" and additional accessories that go along with it. I have all the "bells and whistles" including the tongs, extender ring, etc. And there's five things I would like to mention: The "tongs" I rarely use. I suppose I'm afraid that I'm gonna loose my grip and everything will be flying and it's just easier for me to use an oven mitt. Secondly, get a small pizza oven brick if you're a pizza lover! Thirdly, Check-out Fagors web site for "recipes". (http://www.fagoramerica.com/appliances/small_appliances/specialty_cooking/halogen_tabletop_oven) I'm familiar with conventional/halogen ovens and food cooks really fast. In regards to accessories, I'm sure if you contact Fagor direct, they would be able to point you in the right direction for getting their accessories or, at least the round drip/fry pan. Believe me, I use it every time I cook with my fagor. :) Four, you want to keep your oven clean which is easy to do cuz it's self cleaning. As for grease splattering near the "light" area well ... wipe it down with a damp cloth after every use. However, I don't use "oil" when I cook my fried chicken strips. However, I have used it to "heat up" fried chicken (that I didn't cook myself) but, always used the drip/fry pan. Delicious! :) Fifth, if you really want to maximize your oven - invest in a halogen cook book cuz you'll even get more tips! :) Hope this helps :)
613018
Yes, follow the directions and it will brown then up crispy yet moist under the skin. Pretty amazing unit.
613019
Never used it for frying, just broiling.Since I wrote the review my unit quit working so I sent back,I believe at their expense.New unit also went out and I gave up.It cooks the best chicken that I have ever cooked and I loved it but it just clogged up the light socket I guess with the grease released.I feel like an addict because I still think about ordering another.It has to work longer for others but I had bad luck.
1022651
No, you simply plug it in and unplug it when done. You can fry about 4 cups of raw potatoes or 4-5 pieces of meat at one time. If you overfill it, food will not come out as crispy.
1898322
1800 watts. It recovers temp quickly. After adding a load of fries or wings it it back to temp in a couple of minutes, and cycles o and off about 1 minute on 2 minutes off. Initial startup time is only 10 minutes from cold oil to 375F with 2 quarts oil, enough for 10 wing pieces sitting comfortably in the basket.
771108
Personally I would not...it is designed as a deep sauce and Fry Pan with quasi WOK capability. A Fry Daddy would be a better alternative. If you do Deep Fry it it heed the warning of not too high of heat setting. Certainly does a great job Frying Chicken and small batches of Fries but I don't think the intent is for Deep Frying large batches but that poses the question, "how deep?" If you are a party of one as myself certainly small Fry batches of Deep Fry are doable but it does have a handle so be careful. There are better alternatives for deep Frying IMO.
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I had cooked chicken wings in it for 10 hours and they stayed nice and hot. I also had a shrimp pasta in one and put ice on the bottom in a ziploc and it stayed cold the entire day and the ice was still frozen. It works like a cooler so I would think you would be safe for a good length of time if the meat were cooked and frozen. I love the carriers and bought 2 more.
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I really like this unit, it works great, frys like a champ. Make sure you use a thermometer to reach the proper heat, which I use 170-190 for my frying chicken, fish, & French fries. The drain is large enough for the cooled oil to drain properly, the heat element raises up so you can remove any large particles or peaces. I use a towel in the floor underneath. Cleaning is a project but it's quite rewarding when I cook for large groups. It makes fried foods crisp, and golden brown. I keep it clean when not in use, and cover it until I need it again... I love it!!!
685887
Melinda, I wish I knew that answer for you. I Love it. It is temperature HOT. I fry chicken pork chops, fries, fish. Done in minutes. I have owned too. Old one is with my son and still kicking. I didn't go with the ones with a temp setting b/c the reviews were not hot enough. I stuck with my grandpappy fryer. Love it.
1644591
Amazing. We fried wings in it and was turning out 30-40 pieces every 15-20 mins. It never smoked and the oil didn't burn from all the flour and buttermilk we use on our chicken. We actually use the same oil again for another fry and it still didn't burn or smoke. Chicken came out a beautiful golden brown. Hope this helps.
386982
This is an oil free fryer. I would say 2 quarts of food, for example, 2 dozens of wings and/or 4 cups of fries; it depends on what you are frying. I have to say that the wings and the fries (from scratch) come out golden and crispy, just the way i like them.
427541
It is a deep fat fryer, 350 deg F max. Works well. So, why not, if that temp is recommended? I have not explored Indian recipes.
1106114
Don't have a measuring tape on me right now but you can easely fry half of a big chicken with fries or potatos all at once or four big whole wings or two big breasts and two big legs all with fries. It is big enough I would say.
362474
I got "crispy" wings at "Medium" (250 degrees). So the "High" setting should be at least 400 degrees.
554197
The Indians cook with it and it comes out fine...so do I. But it is best not to use high temps if using it to fry/ sauté. I haven't made cookies with it 'cause I'm dieting, but I think they would be delicious.
2142364
I would only use olive oil for low temperature frying. Have you tried coconut oil. I use the spray.
1027031
Definitely, I always remove the basket to fry chicken parts, onion rings, hash brown patties and fried green tomatoes. Wonderful fryer, best I've had and believe me I've had all the FAMOUS CHEF Ones and they can't hold a candle to this one.
2003560
It depends on what size of item or itemsYou're frying. Your best bet is to fill it withWater to judge the amt of oil you need toUse
2201044
Yes, I have fried fresh fish in it. Depending on crisp you want it you may want to cook a little longer than the directions say. Use peanut oil in the spray bottle to spay on the fish and when you turn them over half way thru cooking spray the other side a little. worked for me