Selection

Before buying a deep fryer, you should carefully consider whether it is necessary. You also need to consider the size of the appliance that you require – depending on whether you want to cook small quantities of food, such as french fries for family dinners, or larger meals, including whole cuts of meat for parties, servings of fried fish or chicken.
Fryers typically have a power between 1,800 and 2,200 W. The more powerful the appliance, the faster the oil will heat up.
All models have a thermostat that tells you when you can start cooking. Digitally controlled models are also available, but their costs are higher.
We recommend choosing a fryer with a removable oil compartment, a leak system or automatic oil filters that will filter out the used oil, enabling it to be reused.
The capacity of the fryers is 1.5 to 25 l (larger models with one tank). Professional use requires a more spacious appliance; furthermore, fryers with two frying tanks are the most common, which enables you to cook large quantities or different dishes at the same time.
Before buying a deep fryer, make sure you check the height of your kitchen cabinets and plan where you will place your new appliance.
When choosing a deep fryer, it is important to choose an appliance that is easy to clean and disassemble. Preferably, all parts except the control unit should be dishwasher safe (must be indicated on the packaging); however, the parts of such a fryer may also be washed in the sink, of course.
Pay attention to the filtration system of the fryer. Regular fryers are equipped with filters to absorb grease and unpleasant odours. Units with replaceable filters as well as built-in filters are available; built-in ones are easier to maintain.