[CnD] Deep Fryers
Hi Listers, Having become relatively decent at other types of cooking, I've decided to spread my wings and learn to fry, . Since there are about a million deep fryers on the market, I'd like to know what listers are using. I'd like to know what types you're using, how you mark controls, etc. I don't mind spending a little money for a really good, reasonably priced unit. I'm getting concerned because my grease level is dropping and my joints are becoming unlubricated, . Any help and advice would be greatly appreciated. Lee Mounger ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Deep Fryers
We honestly have a deep fryer but have never used it. I don't know where the instructions are, so we're hesitant on the whole thing, at this point. We got it, when we moved in, about 8 years ago, so I'm wondering if it even works, since it's just been there, for so very long? Claudia - Original Message - From: "Kliph" To: Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 9:58 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Fried Chicken! I cheat a little when it comes to frying food. I bought a deep fryer about 3 years ago, and my family won't eat it any other way. When my wife cooks it, the kids say "it's good, but it's not dads" She just laughs and keeps on going. but she likes it also. Are you married and a Christian? Do you want to improve or save your marriage? Then come join our family of Married Christian couples at committed-married-christians-subscr...@yahoogroups.com I garentee you will not regret it, and your marriage will thank you! It's for Husband's and Wives, packed with articles, resources, and discussions to help you with your lifelong unity with 1 another: hope to see you there! -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Charlotte Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 8:47 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Fried Chicken! Kudos to you, Claudia. Frying chicken can be quite daunting, and I am so happy for you. I just want to encourage you with future endeavors with this. I do hope it is okay to offer this here on this list. Some things are harder for us to do as blind people, and I think we need to offer support and encouragement when something like this comes up. If I am out of line, moderators, I sincerely apologize. Charlotte - Original Message - From: "Claudia" To: ; Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 2:01 AM Subject: [CnD] Fried Chicken! Hi All, Last night, I made fried chicken, for the first time, and it was very tasty! I first breaded the seasoned chicken, by coating it with egg and coating with seasoned bread crumbs! I then placed 3 chicken breasts in a large skillet, that I'd coated lightly with vegetable oil, and I cooked each chicken breast, for about 20 minutes, on each side. The pan was covered, so I think this helped retain the moisture in the chicken. It almost tasted as if I'd used Shake N Bake on the chicken. We served this with white rice & corn, to our son, and he absolutely loved it! I'm pretty exstatic because we'd never reallr attempted frying chicken before! Our son even said that it tasted like "Grammas" chicken, so that was an even bigger boost for me because both grammas make excellent chicken. Just thought I'd share! __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4927 (20100309) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4927 (20100309) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4991 (20100401) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] deep fryers?
Hi all, what is the most accessible deep fryer to use if you are totally blind. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] deep fryers?
Sorry for covering this topic again, but my computer decided to eat some emails. Can anyone recommend a nice accessible deep fryer? I'm thinking of getting one and I'd like to be able to use it without having to pull my hair out first wondering how it works, *smiles* May, RIP Prince Noah, May 31, 2009 to April 1, 2014 www.canadianlynx.ca ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Deep fryers
I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. Debbie Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep Fryers
I use the Rival Cool Touch deep fryer. I had to have mine replaced twice because of a power problem. The second time they replaced it with a different model but it works the same way. There are no real tactile marks but the slide control goes downward as the temperature goes higher. The highest is 375 and I usually use 350. It is just a little ways higher than all the way down and I just leave it set. I really do not use the timer that it has, I just leave it in the On position and use other means to time. There is a Ready light but I just wait five to seven minutes after I plug it in to warm up the oil. It is so safe because the basket with the food drops down into the oil and you close the lid so no splashing. You pull up the handle and drain the oil and take it out by the handle and I pour the food onto a cookie sheet with paper towels so as not to get it on the counter or the floor. Then i fill up the basket with another batch and wait just a few minutes for the oil to come back up to temperature. I love it because I never fear getting burned or splashed. There are two lines inside the metal pan where the oil goes and they are called minimum and maximum and you pour oil to a depth just in between those lines and check each time you use it because oil can evaporate. Unfortunately my deep fryer is on hold right now because my husband has just come home from his second hospital stay and is currently on a feeding tube and I am a newly diagnosed diabetic. I will come back to it of course but too much going on right now so I do look forward to using it again. Make some good food for me! Lora - Original Message - From: "Lee Mounger" To: "cooking in the dark" Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 9:32 PM Subject: [CnD] Deep Fryers Hi Listers, Having become relatively decent at other types of cooking, I've decided to spread my wings and learn to fry, . Since there are about a million deep fryers on the market, I'd like to know what listers are using. I'd like to know what types you're using, how you mark controls, etc. I don't mind spending a little money for a really good, reasonably priced unit. I'm getting concerned because my grease level is dropping and my joints are becoming unlubricated, . Any help and advice would be greatly appreciated. Lee Mounger ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep Fryers
Hi Lora, Thanks very much for the great information. I'll definitely check it out. Hope the other life things you mentioned in passing get better for you. Lee Mounger - Original Message - From: "Lora Leggett" To: Sent: Friday, August 12, 2011 8:45 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep Fryers I use the Rival Cool Touch deep fryer. I had to have mine replaced twice because of a power problem. The second time they replaced it with a different model but it works the same way. There are no real tactile marks but the slide control goes downward as the temperature goes higher. The highest is 375 and I usually use 350. It is just a little ways higher than all the way down and I just leave it set. I really do not use the timer that it has, I just leave it in the On position and use other means to time. There is a Ready light but I just wait five to seven minutes after I plug it in to warm up the oil. It is so safe because the basket with the food drops down into the oil and you close the lid so no splashing. You pull up the handle and drain the oil and take it out by the handle and I pour the food onto a cookie sheet with paper towels so as not to get it on the counter or the floor. Then i fill up the basket with another batch and wait just a few minutes for the oil to come back up to temperature. I love it because I never fear getting burned or splashed. There are two lines inside the metal pan where the oil goes and they are called minimum and maximum and you pour oil to a depth just in between those lines and check each time you use it because oil can evaporate. Unfortunately my deep fryer is on hold right now because my husband has just come home from his second hospital stay and is currently on a feeding tube and I am a newly diagnosed diabetic. I will come back to it of course but too much going on right now so I do look forward to using it again. Make some good food for me! Lora - Original Message - From: "Lee Mounger" To: "cooking in the dark" Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 9:32 PM Subject: [CnD] Deep Fryers Hi Listers, Having become relatively decent at other types of cooking, I've decided to spread my wings and learn to fry, . Since there are about a million deep fryers on the market, I'd like to know what listers are using. I'd like to know what types you're using, how you mark controls, etc. I don't mind spending a little money for a really good, reasonably priced unit. I'm getting concerned because my grease level is dropping and my joints are becoming unlubricated, . Any help and advice would be greatly appreciated. Lee Mounger ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep Fryers
Claudia, I would think the deep fryer would work fine, even after sitting around. Deep frying chicken and such is really not that hard to do. What kind of fryer do you have? If I can help you further, I will be glad to do so. Charlotte - Original Message - From: "Claudia" To: Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 4:17 AM Subject: [CnD] Deep Fryers We honestly have a deep fryer but have never used it. I don't know where the instructions are, so we're hesitant on the whole thing, at this point. We got it, when we moved in, about 8 years ago, so I'm wondering if it even works, since it's just been there, for so very long? Claudia - Original Message - From: "Kliph" To: Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 9:58 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Fried Chicken! >I cheat a little when it comes to frying food. I bought a deep fryer about > 3 years ago, and my family won't eat it any other way. When my wife cooks > it, the kids say "it's good, but it's not dads" She just laughs and > keeps > on going. but she likes it also. > > Are you married and a Christian? Do you want to improve or save your > marriage? Then come join our family of Married Christian couples at > committed-married-christians-subscr...@yahoogroups.com > I garentee you will not regret it, and your marriage will thank you! > It's for Husband's and Wives, packed with articles, resources, and > discussions to help you with your lifelong unity with 1 another: hope to > see > you there! > > > > -Original Message- > From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org > [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Charlotte > Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 8:47 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Subject: Re: [CnD] Fried Chicken! > > Kudos to you, Claudia. Frying chicken can be quite daunting, and I am so > happy for you. I just want to encourage you with future endeavors with > this. > > I do hope it is okay to offer this here on this list. Some things are > harder for us to do as blind people, and I think we need to offer support > and encouragement when something like this comes up. > > If I am out of line, moderators, I sincerely apologize. > > Charlotte > - Original Message - > From: "Claudia" > To: ; > Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 2:01 AM > Subject: [CnD] Fried Chicken! > > > Hi All, > > Last night, I made fried chicken, for the first time, and it was very > tasty! > I first breaded the seasoned chicken, by coating it with egg and coating > with seasoned bread crumbs! I then placed 3 chicken breasts in a large > skillet, that I'd coated lightly with vegetable oil, and I cooked each > chicken breast, for about 20 minutes, on each side. The pan was covered, > so > > I think this helped retain the moisture in the chicken. It almost tasted > as > > if I'd used Shake N Bake on the chicken. > We served this with white rice & corn, to our son, and he absolutely loved > it! > I'm pretty exstatic because we'd never reallr attempted frying chicken > before! > Our son even said that it tasted like "Grammas" chicken, so that was an > even > > bigger boost for me because both grammas make excellent chicken. > Just thought I'd share! > > > > __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus > signature > database 4927 (20100309) __ > > The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. > > http://www.eset.com > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus > signature database 4927 (20100309) __ > > The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. > > http://www.eset.com > > > __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4991 (20100401) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] deep fryers?
Dustin, I have a presto Dual Daddy Deep Fryer, and it works great! It's a cast-iron fryer, with a metal divider that you can place in the middle of the inside of the unit, to fry two things, at the same time. The oil heats up quickly, and it comes with a ladle-type spoon with holes at the bottom, to help drain your food, when you're taking it out! I'm not afraid of it, but I'm very careful. Once I'm through using the unit, I let it cool on the table or countertop for some time, before draining the oil into another container. I use a sieve to drain the crumbs from the oil, before pouring into another container for future use. My particular deep fryer does not close, when frying, but there are others that do, and this may be a consideration factor for you. Claudia - Original Message - From: "Dustin Bushnell" To: Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 8:46 AM Subject: [CnD] deep fryers? Hi all, what is the most accessible deep fryer to use if you are totally blind. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5488 (20100929) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5488 (20100929) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] deep fryers?
There isn't much to them. Get one that is insulated so that you don't burn yourself when you touch it. - Original Message - From: "Dustin Bushnell" To: Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:46 AM Subject: [CnD] deep fryers? Hi all, what is the most accessible deep fryer to use if you are totally blind. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] deep fryers?
I don't know how much you plan to use a deep fryer or how large of a meal you wish to prepare, however, my wife and I get along well with the original Fry Daddy. Granted it is a little small, however, it is easy to use and cleans up quickly. Mike Exercise Daily Walk with God -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of May Sent: Saturday, May 03, 2014 11:28 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] deep fryers? Sorry for covering this topic again, but my computer decided to eat some emails. Can anyone recommend a nice accessible deep fryer? I'm thinking of getting one and I'd like to be able to use it without having to pull my hair out first wondering how it works, *smiles* May, RIP Prince Noah, May 31, 2009 to April 1, 2014 www.canadianlynx.ca ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] deep fryers?
I'll be cooking for 2 and one of us eats a lot, so hmm maybe for a family of 4. It will probably get used quite a bit like my foreman does. May, RIP Prince Noah, May 31, 2009 to April 1, 2014 www.canadianlynx.ca On May 3, 2014, at 1:39 PM, Mike and jean wrote: > I don't know how much you plan to use a deep fryer or how large of a meal > you wish to prepare, however, my wife and I get along well with the original > Fry Daddy. Granted it is a little small, however, it is easy to use and > cleans up quickly. Mike > > Exercise Daily > Walk with God > -Original Message- > From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On > Behalf Of May > Sent: Saturday, May 03, 2014 11:28 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Subject: [CnD] deep fryers? > > Sorry for covering this topic again, but my computer decided to eat some > emails. > > Can anyone recommend a nice accessible deep fryer? I'm thinking of getting > one and I'd like to be able to use it without having to pull my hair out > first wondering how it works, *smiles* > > May, RIP Prince Noah, May 31, 2009 to April 1, 2014 > www.canadianlynx.ca > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] deep fryers?
I like the fry daddy as well though does it come with eight baskets? I used to have one but it was not a fry daddy it took a slotted spoon to take out the fried stuff out I do not like it because it was not as easy as the ones that have a fry basket in them I meant to say does the fry daddy that you have, does it come with eight basket? Teresa MullenSent from my iPhone > On May 3, 2014, at 8:28 AM, May wrote: > > Sorry for covering this topic again, but my computer decided to eat some > emails. > > Can anyone recommend a nice accessible deep fryer? I'm thinking of getting > one and I'd like to be able to use it without having to pull my hair out > first wondering how it works, *smiles* > > May, RIP Prince Noah, May 31, 2009 to April 1, 2014 > www.canadianlynx.ca > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] deep fryers?
No, the Fry Daddy did not come with a basket, it came with a slotted dipper. I think that the Fry Granddaddy comes with a basket. Mike Exercise Daily Walk with God -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Teresa Mullen Sent: Sunday, May 04, 2014 7:35 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] deep fryers? I like the fry daddy as well though does it come with eight baskets? I used to have one but it was not a fry daddy it took a slotted spoon to take out the fried stuff out I do not like it because it was not as easy as the ones that have a fry basket in them I meant to say does the fry daddy that you have, does it come with eight basket? Teresa MullenSent from my iPhone > On May 3, 2014, at 8:28 AM, May wrote: > > Sorry for covering this topic again, but my computer decided to eat some emails. > > Can anyone recommend a nice accessible deep fryer? I'm thinking of getting one and I'd like to be able to use it without having to pull my hair out first wondering how it works, *smiles* > > May, RIP Prince Noah, May 31, 2009 to April 1, 2014 > www.canadianlynx.ca > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
Ti Fal makes a large deep fryer that has one large round basket. It uses about 6 quarts of oil. It has a locking lid, the basket is raised and lowered from the outside, and the fryer stays relatively cool to the touch. The highest temperature setting is 375 degrees. I bought a fryer from Wal-Mart that is about the same size, but it has 2 rectangular baskets. The lid does not lock, but this is no problem. My fryer is a Hamilton Beach, and you should be able to find it by doing a search on Wal-Mart's site. Both fryers are safe to use by a blind person. HTH. If you think you're finished, you! really! are! finished!! -Original Message- From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 5:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Debbie Deatherage Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. Debbie Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
Hello, Now that I have used an air fryer I will not get another deep fryer. I think that the air fryers are a much healthier option since they don't use much if any oil. When picking an air fryer out you need to make sure you pick one with buttons. Charis -Original Message- From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 6:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Debbie Deatherage Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. Debbie Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
I notice that you mentioned the health benefit, but, for me at least, the flavor and texture are the most important things. How are these factors when comparing a deep fryer and an air fryer? I do know that my electric popcorn popper makes far superior popcorn compared to the extremely dry hot air poppers, and I wonder if the same is true for a hot air fryer compared to a deep fryer. Also, what would be the price difference between fryers of the same approximate size? Also, what about temperature control and cooking times between units? Thanks. If you think you're finished, you! really! are! finished!! -Original Message- From: Charis Austin via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 8:06 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Charis Austin Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers Hello, Now that I have used an air fryer I will not get another deep fryer. I think that the air fryers are a much healthier option since they don't use much if any oil. When picking an air fryer out you need to make sure you pick one with buttons. Charis -Original Message- From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 6:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Debbie Deatherage Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. Debbie Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
Hello, We have done frozen French Fries, onion rings, egg rolls and pizza rolls. All have turned out crispy like you would want them. In addition, I have done baked potatoes, which were not frozen, and they came out crisp like they were done in the oven. We just put a little oil on the potatoes, poked holes in them, and let them cook for 40 minutes. It takes some experimentation in terms of timing. If you are cooking frozen food, go by the directions on the package. When we were looking, we were more concerned about controls that we could operate so we did not do a lot of comparison shopping. We time things with our iPhones or timer and don't specifically use the one on the machine. We keep the temperature on high (380) degrees) so there is nothing to adjust. There is no putting food into hot oil and no having to figure out what to do with the oil when you are done. It is a matter of choice which one you get. Charis -Original Message- From: Charles Rivard via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 9:36 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Charles Rivard Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers I notice that you mentioned the health benefit, but, for me at least, the flavor and texture are the most important things. How are these factors when comparing a deep fryer and an air fryer? I do know that my electric popcorn popper makes far superior popcorn compared to the extremely dry hot air poppers, and I wonder if the same is true for a hot air fryer compared to a deep fryer. Also, what would be the price difference between fryers of the same approximate size? Also, what about temperature control and cooking times between units? Thanks. If you think you're finished, you! really! are! finished!! -Original Message- From: Charis Austin via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 8:06 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Charis Austin Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers Hello, Now that I have used an air fryer I will not get another deep fryer. I think that the air fryers are a much healthier option since they don't use much if any oil. When picking an air fryer out you need to make sure you pick one with buttons. Charis -Original Message- From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 6:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Debbie Deatherage Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. Debbie Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
What brand of popcorn popper do you have? Is it easy for someone visually impaired? Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 10, 2016, at 9:35 AM, Charles Rivard via Cookinginthedark > wrote: > > I notice that you mentioned the health benefit, but, for me at least, the > flavor and texture are the most important things. How are these factors when > comparing a deep fryer and an air fryer? I do know that my electric popcorn > popper makes far superior popcorn compared to the extremely dry hot air > poppers, and I wonder if the same is true for a hot air fryer compared to a > deep fryer. Also, what would be the price difference between fryers of the > same approximate size? Also, what about temperature control and cooking > times between units? Thanks. > > > > > If you think you're finished, you! really! are! finished!! > -Original Message- From: Charis Austin via Cookinginthedark > Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 8:06 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Charis Austin > Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers > > Hello, > > Now that I have used an air fryer I will not get another deep fryer. I think > that the air fryers are a much healthier option since they don't use much if > any oil. When picking an air fryer out you need to make sure you pick one > with buttons. > > Charis > > > -Original Message- > From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark > [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 6:08 PM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Debbie Deatherage > Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers > > > > I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about > buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted > something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who > have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. > Debbie Deatherage > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
I like the concept of less oil. However, one of the things my husband wants to cook is fried chicken. We have heard that the air fryers don't do floured batters or other kind of batters. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 10, 2016, at 4:51 PM, Charis Austin via Cookinginthedark > wrote: > > Hello, > > We have done frozen French Fries, onion rings, egg rolls and pizza rolls. All > have turned out crispy like you would want them. In addition, I have done > baked potatoes, which were not frozen, and they came out crisp like they were > done in the oven. We just put a little oil on the potatoes, poked holes in > them, and let them cook for 40 minutes. > > It takes some experimentation in terms of timing. If you are cooking frozen > food, go by the directions on the package. > > When we were looking, we were more concerned about controls that we could > operate so we did not do a lot of comparison shopping. We time things with > our iPhones or timer and don't specifically use the one on the machine. We > keep the temperature on high (380) degrees) so there is nothing to adjust. > > There is no putting food into hot oil and no having to figure out what to do > with the oil when you are done. It is a matter of choice which one you get. > > Charis > > -Original Message- > From: Charles Rivard via Cookinginthedark > [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 9:36 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Charles Rivard > Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers > > I notice that you mentioned the health benefit, but, for me at least, the > flavor and texture are the most important things. How are these factors > when comparing a deep fryer and an air fryer? I do know that my electric > popcorn popper makes far superior popcorn compared to the extremely dry hot > air poppers, and I wonder if the same is true for a hot air fryer compared > to a deep fryer. Also, what would be the price difference between fryers of > the same approximate size? Also, what about temperature control and cooking > times between units? Thanks. > > > > > If you think you're finished, you! really! are! finished!! > -Original Message- > From: Charis Austin via Cookinginthedark > Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 8:06 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Charis Austin > Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers > > Hello, > > Now that I have used an air fryer I will not get another deep fryer. I think > that the air fryers are a much healthier option since they don't use much if > any oil. When picking an air fryer out you need to make sure you pick one > with buttons. > > Charis > > > -Original Message----- > From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark > [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 6:08 PM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Debbie Deatherage > Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers > > > > I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about > buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted > something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who > have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. > Debbie Deatherage > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
Hi, I've done fried chicken. It turned out ok the flower did make a bit of a mess but it still turned out really good. I would make my batter a bit wetter next time I think. -Original Message- From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 6:00 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Debbie Deatherage Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers I like the concept of less oil. However, one of the things my husband wants to cook is fried chicken. We have heard that the air fryers don't do floured batters or other kind of batters. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 10, 2016, at 4:51 PM, Charis Austin via Cookinginthedark > wrote: > > Hello, > > We have done frozen French Fries, onion rings, egg rolls and pizza rolls. All > have turned out crispy like you would want them. In addition, I have done > baked potatoes, which were not frozen, and they came out crisp like they were > done in the oven. We just put a little oil on the potatoes, poked holes in > them, and let them cook for 40 minutes. > > It takes some experimentation in terms of timing. If you are cooking frozen > food, go by the directions on the package. > > When we were looking, we were more concerned about controls that we could > operate so we did not do a lot of comparison shopping. We time things with > our iPhones or timer and don't specifically use the one on the machine. We > keep the temperature on high (380) degrees) so there is nothing to adjust. > > There is no putting food into hot oil and no having to figure out what to do > with the oil when you are done. It is a matter of choice which one you get. > > Charis > > -Original Message- > From: Charles Rivard via Cookinginthedark > [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 9:36 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Charles Rivard > Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers > > I notice that you mentioned the health benefit, but, for me at least, the > flavor and texture are the most important things. How are these factors > when comparing a deep fryer and an air fryer? I do know that my electric > popcorn popper makes far superior popcorn compared to the extremely dry hot > air poppers, and I wonder if the same is true for a hot air fryer compared > to a deep fryer. Also, what would be the price difference between fryers of > the same approximate size? Also, what about temperature control and cooking > times between units? Thanks. > > > > > If you think you're finished, you! really! are! finished!! > -Original Message----- > From: Charis Austin via Cookinginthedark > Sent: Sunday, April 10, 2016 8:06 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Charis Austin > Subject: Re: [CnD] Deep fryers > > Hello, > > Now that I have used an air fryer I will not get another deep fryer. I think > that the air fryers are a much healthier option since they don't use much if > any oil. When picking an air fryer out you need to make sure you pick one > with buttons. > > Charis > > > -Original Message----- > From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark > [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Saturday, April 09, 2016 6:08 PM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Debbie Deatherage > Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers > > > > I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about > buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted > something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who > have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. > Debbie Deatherage > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Deep fryers
Hi, We switched over to an airfryer and we loved it. We have a Phillips modle that ownly has a tempture dyle and a time and it works well and the food tastes good. -Original Message- From: Debbie Deatherage via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Saturday, April 9, 2016 6:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Debbie Deatherage Subject: [CnD] Deep fryers I have had deep fryers in the past. My husband and I are thinking about buying another one. Are there suggestions of ones that people have? I wanted something that is easy to use for a blind person. Also, is there anyone who have used an air fryer? How does the food taste? Thank you. Debbie Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
