"When you add the breading to the hot oil, you should observe nice, gentle bubbling. If the oil is too cold, the breading will sink."
"Smoking oil is a sign that your frying oil needs to cool down before frying. The calm bubbling indicates the right temperature."
Getting the frying temperature right is crucial for a perfect dish. If the oil is too cold, the food becomes soggy; too hot, and the outside burns while the inside remains raw. A pinch of breading added to hot oil should bubble gently, indicating optimal frying conditions. Other methods for checking oil temperature include dropping a cube of bread or using the handle of a wooden spoon to observe the same gentle bubbling. This ensures well-cooked, delicious results while avoiding common frying mistakes.
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