juicy, very crisp Potato Latkesairy crust completely in one piece baked and fried fishhairy, golden Buttermilk Hush PuppiesLightly frying foods in oil can give you surprisingly tasty results, but it’s not for the faint of heart. You want the oil to be hot enough that it will penetrate what you’re cooking, but not so hot that it will burn. Foods can break down in the oil, causing it to become cloudy and cause its temperature to drop. And the risk of sudden (and potentially dangerous) splatter when you’re standing too close to the pan isn’t great.
Luckily, there’s an easy trick that makes this possible shallow fry It is not only safe, but also makes your food taste even better. There are no expensive thermometers, mesh splatter screens or any equipment for that matter involved. The secret is something that costs just a few cents. You might even have it in your fridge right now.
Roast whole carrots with their loose ends
The secret to safer, better shallow frying is to add a whole carrot to the pan while cooking. Adina Sussman, cookbook author saba And ShabbatUses this technique when frying latkes sufganiot (Donuts) for Hanukkah. She gives credit for this to author Kim Kushner modern table And i heart kosherAlong with teaching him the tip.
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Why does the carrot trick work?
Sussman says that adding a whole carrot to the frying pan acts like a magnet for pieces that fall away from foods as they fry. The carrots regulate the temperature of the oil so that it doesn’t burn and cooks more consistently. Think of it like adding bumpers to your lanes at a bowling alley: Your food is able to hit the target (cooked and golden brown) without unexpectedly veering off track. Without floating bits and rising temperatures, the frying oil can last longer so you can cook in multiple batches.
How to fry with whole carrots
Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add vegetable or canola oil to a depth of about half an inch. When the oil is hot enough, add a whole carrot to the center of the pan. Place the foods you are roasting around the carrots and cook as directed. There’s no need to turn or replace the carrots between batches. It can remain there until your frying is finished.
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Can I eat whole carrots after roasting?
While most fried foods are delicious, Sussman instructs not to eat carrots once you’ve fried them. It will not have a good texture or taste after being left in very hot oil for several minutes. Go ahead and throw it away when you’re done.
What can I roast with whole carrots?
Use this trick for anything you want to fry less, like pakodas, crisps, Chicken KatsuOr fried green tomatoes. We love this tip for frying latkes During Hanukkah, especially if you’re baking a batch on each of the eight nights or making several batches for a party.
How to dispose of frying oil
safely dispose of frying oil After cooking, first remove the pan from the flame and let it cool completely. If there is too much oil left, pour into a disposable container and freeze until solid, then discard. If there isn’t much oil left, fold a paper towel, hold it with tongs, and wipe the pan dry before washing.
