Deep Frying

The object of deep frying is to cook food thoroughly inside while outside it becomes golden and lightly crisp. Most foods that are to be deep-fried are first seasoned, marinated, and dipped in batter. Here is how to convert the wok into a deep fryer: heat it briefly, then pour in 4 to 6 cups of peanut oil and heat the oil to 325°F. to 375°F. depending on what you are to cook.

Oil should be heated to a temperature a bit higher than that required for frying the food because, when food is placed in it, the oil temperature will drop. It then rises again. I use a frying thermometer, which I leave in the oil, to help me regulate the oil’s temperature.