frying oil

Hot kitchen liquid

Frying oil is any cooking oil used for frying food, typically one with a high smoke point that can withstand intense heat without burning.

Vegetable, canola, and peanut oils are common choices.

The frying oil needs to reach 350 degrees before you add the chicken.

Used frying oil requires proper disposal—it shouldn't go down the drain.

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smoke point · bubbling hot · strain · unsaturated fats · breading · golden brown · filter · trans fats · sautéing · fatty acids · heart healthy · grease · wok · hot · skillet · pan · batter · temperature

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cooking fat type

frying oilbutter

Solid fat from cream

lard · tallow · ghee · schmaltz · duck fat

cooking method medium

frying oilwater

Clear essential liquid

broth · stock · steam · dry heat · air

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oil, fry

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G