Where many of the models fought to maintain or recover temperature, this model possibly retains heat too well, racing past the desired temperature in many of our tests. Heat retention is the main issue with this Cuisinart appliance. It's a basic model that makes good fried food.Ĭuisinart 4-Quart Deep Fryer ($100 at Amazon) Some better temperature control and perhaps a pour spout to drain the oil would make this rank higher. It fries well and is easy to set up just take it out of the packaging, and it's ready to go. Cleaning is also not a high-rating category.
It doesn't give much of a showing in safety features, either. There is no temperature gauge, so a thermometer is a necessary piece of extra equipment for this fryer. It stands out, though, in quick heating, recovery, and overall heat retention. There are no bells and whistles with this small-capacity fryer. The FryDaddy has been around since 1977, and there have been few design changes since then. Presto FryDaddy Deep Fryer ($43 at Amazon) It scored low on cleanup ratings, primarily due to none of the pieces being machine-washable. The two baskets that allow you to fry different foods simultaneously are the strongest feature of this model, as the safety features are pretty standard, with an emergency temperature cutoff and the requisite magnetic power cord. To its credit, in our testing, it never took a dramatic dive in temperature after adding food to the oil, but it never quite returned to temperature in any test. The presto rates as average in time to reach temperature. This decent fryer for under $100 isn't a "mini" fryer as many of its similarly priced counterparts are. Presto Dual Basket ProFry ($69 at Amazon) Other Deep Fryers We Tested Strong Contenders Features like a spatter lid or screen, removable oil containers, and dishwasher-safe parts will all make frying the focus, not the aftermath. Working with oil is always going to be messy, so finding a unit that helps to mitigate the excessive cleanup is always something to look at when choosing a deep fryer. And if you have some picky eaters in your house, multiple baskets mean that the fish folks and chicken folks don't have to have their proteins mingling. If you are not an intuitive fryer, one that has presets for different foods or a digital display and a built-in timer might up your confidence. If you have limited storage, a compact unit might be a better fit for you. If you fry frequently, and for a crowd, you might want a larger unit with more bells and whistles. It's always important to think about how you intend to use the fryer when deciding between units.
A clear lid lets you see how your food is browning without risking spatter, and automatic temperature regulators will prevent the oil from getting so hot that it ignites.įood & Wine / Russell Kilgore Functionality Handles and exteriors made with materials that regulate temperature can prevent burning if touched, and some allow you to carefully shift the unit while in use.
Cords that attach with magnets so that they automatically disengage if they get caught on something can help prevent accidental tip over.
Hot oil is no joke in the kitchen, and you want to be sure that you are set up for maximum personal protection. Finally, we cleaned everything up to evaluate how easily the tools come clean after a day of splatters.įrying will always come with some risk. Likewise, we evaluated the turkey fryers on temperature as well as the time it took for the turkey to reach an internal temperature of 165☏. In our lab, we assessed the indoor deep fryers based on temperature control and retention before using them to fry potato chips, frozen chicken fingers, and French fries. We researched the best deep fryers on the market to select 15 indoor deep fryers and six turkey fryers to test. Food & Wine / Russell Kilgore Our Deep Fryer Tests
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