Are you ready to indulge in the crispy, golden-brown goodness of deep-fried delicacies? If so, embark on this culinary journey where we'll uncover the secrets to achieving perfect deep-fried masterpieces. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the art of frying, we'll guide you through the process of creating tantalizing dishes that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Whether it's a classic Southern-fried chicken, crispy onion rings, or irresistible churros, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to elevate your deep-frying game to new heights. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and prepare to embark on a delectable adventure as we explore the world of deep-fried culinary delights.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
DEEP FRIED OYSTERS
This is a very simple recipe for fried oysters. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.
Provided by Christine
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine flour, salt and black pepper. Dredge oysters in flour mixture, dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs.
- Carefully slide oysters into hot oil. Cook five at a time until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain briefly on paper towels. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 99.6 mg, Fat 47.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 776 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
DEEP-FRIED CHICKEN WINGS
A soy sauce mixture with sesame seeds and green onion adds flavor to these deep-fried wings. My mom got the recipe from a friend in Vancouver, British Columbia and passed it on to me. My husband just loves chicken wings, and these are by far his favorite. -Tami McLean, Brampton, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tip section. , In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, flour, sugar, sesame seeds and salt. Combine the eggs, oil and soy sauce; gradually whisk into dry ingredients until blended. Stir in onions. Add chicken wings and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours., Remove wings and discard the batter. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1-1/2 in. of oil to 375°. Fry wings, 8-10 at a time, for 5-6 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts :
DEEP-FRIED BLOOMING ONION RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: sweet onion, milk, eggs, flour, garlic powder, paprika, pepper, salt, canola oil, sour cream, mayonnaise, ketchup, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, paprika
Provided by Tasty
Categories Snacks
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut the top of an onion and place it cut-side down.
- Using a sharp knife make 4 ½-inch (11.5 cm) cuts then go back and make 3 cuts in between each quarter.
- Flip the onion over and coax apart its layers or "petals". In a medium bowl, combine the eggs and the milk.
- In large bowl combine flour, paprika, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Place the onion in it, coating every petal with egg wash.
- Place the onion in the dry mixture coating every petal.
- Coat the onion in the egg wash and dry mixture one more time.
- Heat canola oil to 375ºF (190ºC) in a deep-fryer or dutch oven.
- Place onion in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- With tongs add the onion to the oil for 2 minutes or until it is browned and crispy.
- Move onion to plate covered in paper towels and allow to drain for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine sour cream, salt, pepper, paprika, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup.
- Nutrition Calories: 3341 Fat: 338 grams Carbs: 68 grams Fiber: 3 grams Sugars: 9 grams Protein: 16 grams
- Enjoy!
SOUTHERN STYLE DEEP-FRIED CHICKEN
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h40m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium pan, place chicken and cover with milk. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight. This helps tenderize the meat, but is optional
- In a large saucepan over a medium-high heat, using tongs, transfer chicken into pot, then pour in the milk. Bring milk to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low allowing to simmer until the chicken is cooked through entirely, about 20 minutes. Remove the chicken from the milk, and place on a rack to cool. Allow them to sit until warm about 15 minutes, and then pat dry using a kitchen towel.
- Heat vegetable shortening in a Dutch oven over high heat just until it's nearly at the smoking point around 325 degrees F.
- In a large zip-lock bag, add salt, flour, cayenne pepper, shake to combine.
- In a medium bowl, beat 1 egg.
- Place each piece of chicken, 1 at a time, in the bag and shake to coat the chicken. Then dip chicken into the egg to coat. Place the chicken back into the flour to coat for a second time. Repeat this method on remaining 3 pieces of chicken.
- Gently drop each piece of chicken into hot oil, allowing the skin to crisp and turn golden brown in color, about 1 minute per side. Remove from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve immediately.
DEEP FRIED MUSHROOMS
Button mushrooms are battered and fried in oil for an irresistible snack. These are great for watching sports.
Provided by Angel Marcelino
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Mushrooms
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour and garlic salt. Mix in egg and water until smooth.
- Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Test to see if oil is hot by frying a drop of batter. If it sizzles and floats to the top, the oil is ready.
- Dip mushrooms into the batter and then place in the hot oil. Fry a few at a time so they are not crowded, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 239.3 mg, Sugar 1 g
BIG DADDY'S DEEP-FRIED CATFISH
Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.
Categories main-dish
Time 23m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, add the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and cayenne and whisk to combine. Whisk in the beer, being sure to remove any lumps.
- Cut the catfish fillets in half lengthwise to make 2 strips. If desired, cut into bite-sized pieces. In a small bowl add the salt, pepper and granulated garlic. Season the fillets with some of the salt mixture. Reserve the remaining salt mixture for another use.
- Dip each strip in the beer batter and add to the fryer, a few at a time, moving them around so they don't stick. Fry until brown and crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the fryer to a serving platter. Repeat with the remaining fillets and season the fish with lemon juice.
DELICIOUS DEEP FRIED PICKLES
I have made these for a few years now, and have converted many people into huge fans using this recipe! Great as an appy for those willing to try new things! (It is slightly messy!) Serve with ranch dip or dip of your choice.
Provided by Deandra Busch
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl; set aside. Whisk egg and milk together in a separate bowl. Dip dill pickle spears into the egg mixture, then into the bread crumb mixture until well-coated. Dip the pickles in the egg and bread crumb mixtures a second time so each spear is double coated. Arrange pickles in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the freezer until the breading is set, about 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Fry the pickles in the preheated oil until light golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 504.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Cholesterol 46.7 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 2748 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
DEEP-FRIED HOT WINGS AND DRUMETTES
Wings and drumettes, deep-fried to a golden brown and coated with hot sauce. Yummy! Yummy! If you like it hotter, by all means dump more hot sauce on. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing. Enjoy!
Provided by LEEJEANNINE
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place flour in a bowl. Whisk eggs, 1 bottle hot sauce, and water in another bowl until smooth. Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each wing into the egg mixture, then toss with flour mixture to coat. Gently shake off excess flour and set aside. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Fry chicken in the hot oil in batches until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and skin is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain in a large bowl lined with paper towels, then season with salt.
- Heat butter and remaining bottle hot sauce in a saucepan over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Whisk until smooth. Remove paper towels from bowl and pour butter sauce over chicken; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 170.9 mg, Fat 39.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 1793.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
JAPANESE-STYLE DEEP-FRIED SHRIMP
Shrimp are seasoned and coated with crispy panko crumbs to make the easiest, tastiest deep-fried shrimp ever!
Provided by ait0shi
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Japanese
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the shrimp in a bowl and season with salt, pepper and garlic powder. In a small bowl, stir together the flour and paprika. Place eggs and panko crumbs into separate bowls.
- Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then into the egg, and finally into the panko crumbs to coat. Fry a few at a time until golden brown. This should take no longer than 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Cholesterol 249.6 mg, Fat 36.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 763.1 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
DEEP SOUTH FRIED CHICKEN
This was my grandmother's and mother's recipe. It is 125 plus years old. If you are going to fry anything, let it be a frying size chicken. Cut your calories some other way! Start a new tradition, as I have, of fried chicken on Christmas Day!
Provided by Marilyn
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the shortening in a large, cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a brown paper lunch bag, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Shake two chicken pieces in the bag to coat, and place them in the skillet. Repeat until all of the chicken is coated and in the skillet.
- Fry the chicken over medium-high heat until all of the pieces have been browned on both sides. Turn the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 25 minutes. Remove the lid, and increase heat to medium-high. Continue frying until chicken pieces are a deep golden brown, and the juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 358.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
DEEP-FRIED TURKEY
Skip the oven and try Alton Brown's Deep-Fried Turkey recipe from Good Eats on Food Network. Start with a brown sugar brine for the most-succulent bird.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 10h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the hot water, kosher salt and brown sugar into a 5-gallon upright drink cooler and stir until the salt and sugar dissolve completely. Add the ice and stir until the mixture is cool. Gently lower the turkey into the container. If necessary, weigh down the bird to ensure that it is fully immersed in the brine. Cover and set in a cool dry place for 8 to 16 hours.
- Remove the turkey from the brine, rinse and pat dry. Allow to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking.
- Place the oil into a 28 to 30-quart pot and set over high heat on an outside propane burner with a sturdy structure. Bring the temperature of the oil to 250 degrees F. Once the temperature has reached 250, slowly lower the bird into the oil and bring the temperature to 350 degrees F. Once it has reached 350, lower the heat in order to maintain 350 degrees F. After 35 minutes, check the temperature of the turkey using a probe thermometer. Once the breast reaches 151 degrees F, gently remove from the oil and allow to rest for a minimum of 30 minutes prior to carving. The bird will reach an internal temperature of 161 degrees F due to carry over cooking. Carve as desired.
CAJUN DEEP-FRIED TURKEY
Delicious, juicy and tender, this recipe was given to me by a true Cajun sixteen years ago and has been on our Thanksgiving table ever since. The injector and instructions for frying came with our fryer which was a good thing because this original recipe didn't explain all the nuances of frying a turkey. It is well worth the learning process, though. We strain the peanut oil after it cools and pour it back into the containers (I bought it in gallon jugs). It will keep nicely in a cool place, under 40 degrees, or in the refrigerator until needed again.
Provided by Peg in East Tennessee
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Whole Turkey Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion juice, garlic juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, cayenne pepper and beer. Mix until well blended.
- Use a marinade injecting syringe or turkey baster with an injector tip to inject the marinade all over the turkey including the legs, back, wings, thighs and breasts. Place in a large plastic bag and marinate overnight in the refrigerator. Do not use a kitchen trash bag. If your turkey is large, you can use an oven bag.
- When it's time to fry, measure the amount of oil needed by lowering the turkey into the fryer and filling with enough oil to cover it. Remove the turkey and set aside.
- Heat the oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). When the oil has come to temperature, lower the turkey into the hot oil slowly using the hanging device that comes with turkey deep-fryers. The turkey should be completely submerged in the oil. Cook for 36 minutes, or 3 minutes per pound of turkey. The turkey is done when the temperature in the thickest part of the thigh reaches 180 degrees F (80 degrees C). Turn off the flame and slowly remove from the oil, making sure all of the oil drains out of the cavity. Allow to rest on a serving platter for about 20 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1035.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 345.8 mg, Fat 70.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 91.2 g, SaturatedFat 30.1 g, Sodium 682.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
DEEP-FRIED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Season fillets with salt and pepper. Dust with 1/3 cup of flour.
- Beat buttermilk and egg in a bowl. Combine remaining flour, cornmeal, seafood seasoning, baking powder, and baking soda in another bowl. Dip all flour-dusted fillets into egg mixture, then into seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large frying pan or deep fryer. Fry fillets, working in batches if needed, until golden, about 2 minutes on each side. Season again with salt as soon as your take them out of the pan or fryer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 60.7 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 512.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
DEEP-FRIED ONION RINGS
Bermuda onions are covered in a buttermilk batter and deep-fried. Can be reheated in a warm oven to serve.
Provided by Elle
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Soak onion rings in a bowl of ice water for 1 hour; drain and pat dry with paper towels.
- Whisk flour, buttermilk, egg, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl until smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Dip onion rings in batter, working in batches; fry battered onion rings in the hot oil until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 24.5 mg, Fat 56.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 267.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
DEEP FRIED GREEN BEANS
Fresh green beans blanched, then deep-fried to a golden crispness that nobody could resist. Best served with ranch dressing.
Provided by Tonya1982
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Beans and Peas
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil; cook beans in boiling water until bright green, about 2 minutes. Immediately transfer green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and dry beans with paper towels.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour flour into a bowl. Whisk egg in a separate bowl. Pour bread crumbs into a third bowl.
- Coat green beans with flour; transfer to beaten egg and coat evenly. Press coated green beans into bread crumbs.
- Fry breaded green beans, working in batches, in the hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer fried beans to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 552.3 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
CRISPY DEEP-FRIED COD FISH
The secret here is to use soybean oil and the flour/dry mustard mix to achieve this wonderful crispy flavor.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix the flour and dry mustard together.
- Heat the oil to 400 degrees.
- Cut the fish into approximately 7x2" wedges.
- With a mixer, blend the flour mixture, water, egg, sugar and salt.
- Dip each fillet into the batter coating generously.
- Quickly drop in the hot oil.
- Fry each fillet until dark golden brown (about 5 minutes); remove and drain ENJOY!
DEEP FRIED CHEESE CURDS
Straight out of Wisconsin, fried cheese curds are a favorite at carnivals and fairs. They look like little balls of popcorn and taste like cheese! Use up to 2 pounds of cheese curds with this recipe.
Provided by Janet
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 11m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the eggs and milk. Mix until smooth. Add more milk for a thinner batter. Coat the cheese curds with the batter.
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated cheese curds approximately 1 minute each, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 196.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
DEEP-FRIED DEVILED EGGS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: hard-boiled eggs, flour, eggs, panko breadcrumbs, oil, mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, hot sauce, salt, pepper, paprika
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Appetizers
Yield 24 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat cooking oil for deep-frying in a medium-size pan over medium heat.
- Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise. Gently separate the cooked egg white from the yolk and remove to a medium bowl.
- Coat the cooked egg white in flour, eggs, and panko bread crumbs. Carefully place eggs into the hot oil.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from pan and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
- Add mayonnaise, relish, mustard, hot sauce, salt, and pepper to the yolks and mash until smooth.
- Fill a piping bag or plastic sandwich bag with yolk mixture. Pipe mixture back into the fried egg white and dust with paprika.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 0 grams
DEEP FRIED JALAPENO SLICES
These are addictively delicious. Spicy and sinful. Best if served with melted nacho cheese sauce.
Provided by Micah Smith
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Spicy
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix flour, salt, pepper, red chili powder, garlic powder, eggs, and beer together in a bowl.
- In a deep fryer, or large pot heat oil to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- Dip the sliced jalapenos in the batter. Place battered jalapenos in deep fryer. The jalapenos are fully cooked when they float to the surface of the oil. They should be golden brown and crispy. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 747.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
DEEP FRIED MUSHROOMS
Just a quick and easy recipe. I tried to find one on here, but this is the bare bones and very yummy!
Provided by mbwolf
Categories Healthy
Time 9m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash the mushrooms and remove most of the stem.
- Pat mushrooms dry with a paper towel.
- Coat mushrooms with flour, lightly tap to remove excess flour.
- Dip in eggs.
- Coat with bread crumbs.
- Set on a rack for a few minutes, so batter sets/dries.
- Heat the oil in the deep fryer to 375 degrees. Pay close attention to grease while it heats. Cooking with oil at high heat levels can be dangerous!
- Deep fry mushrooms in batches for approximately 3- 4 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right oil: Use an oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable oil, canola oil, or peanut oil.
- Heat the oil to the right temperature: The ideal temperature for deep frying is between 350°F and 375°F. Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature before adding the food.
- Don't overcrowd the fryer: Adding too much food to the fryer at once will lower the oil temperature and cause the food to become soggy. Fry in small batches to ensure the food cooks evenly.
- Drain the food on paper towels: After frying, remove the food from the oil and drain it on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Season the food immediately: Season the food with salt, pepper, or other spices while it is still hot so that the flavors can penetrate the food.
Conclusion:
Deep frying is a versatile cooking method that can be used to create a variety of delicious dishes. By following these tips, you can ensure that your deep-fried food is crispy, golden brown, and cooked to perfection. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to cook your favorite foods, give deep frying a try!
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