In article >,
"jmcquown" > wrote:

> striped_shirt wrote:
> > 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?
>
> Obviously to deep fry you need a very deep pan.


Also obviously if you want to make french fries you will either have to
move to France or at least buy potatoes from France. Never mind that
they don't make french fries in France.


> A typical saucepan will
> probably not be large enough or deep enough to hold whatever it is you wish
> to deep fry.

Depending on what you want to deep fry. I don't recommend a 9 inch
skillet for deep frying a whole turkey. It ain't a gonna fit!


> And yes, unless you are using a fryer with a built-in
> thermostat /temperature, a deep-fry thermometer is necessary. That is,
> unless you're experienced enough to tell when the oil is hot enough, not hot
> enough, or too hot.


A thermometer might be nice, but I've never used one.

A deep container is necessary if you have something deep to fry. Also,
a deeper container will hold more hot oil. A smaller pan will cool down
too much if you add more than a little food. If you are using your
stove, a small pan won't fit on your large, hot burner, if you have one.

I would strongly recommend reading some detailed instructions about deep
frying at home, because I haven't covered even the basics.

--
Dan Abel

Petaluma, California, USA