Proper oil care is key to consistent quality and efficient fryer performance. Use these tips to maintain your oil and know when it’s time for a change.
Oil Care and Maintenance Tips
- Set oil temp for fryers at 350°F
- Check actual thermostat reading
- Do not season over fryer
- Do not fill baskets over top of oil
- Routinely clean fryer units to prevent buildup of
food debris and extend oil life
- Only fill baskets half full of food
- Keep oil at fill line
- Remove any visible food particles
- Do not agitate baskets while immersed in the oil
When to Change Cooking Oil
- If the color of the oil is too dark
- If the oil is smoking excessively
- This is often related to high cook temperature
- Operator may not be skimming or filtering as needed
- Keep oil at proper fill line
- If the oil is foaming excessively
- Check the temperature – should be 350°F
- If the food from the fryer is too dark (burnt-looking)
- Check the oil color and temperature and look for excessive crumbs
- Changes in menu items can also affect the fry life of the oil
- If the food from the fryer or the oil has an ‘off’ flavor
- Discard or change to premium oil to improve taste
