"striped_shirt" > wrote in message
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>I don't have one of those specialized deep fryers.
> Is it ok to use an ordinary sauce pan, say?
> Is the use of a thermometer recommended?

Don't use Olive Oil, it does not work for deep frying because it takes
longer to reach the desired temperature.

Put your pot on a back burner--less likelihood of spilling on you, a child,
or a pet if it spills.

BE CAREFUL.

(Why not just go get a deep fryer?)