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R&V Works-Like Fryer Question
Posted on 11/15/25 at 10:47 am
Posted on 11/15/25 at 10:47 am
What is the minimum amount of oil needed to fry in a R&V Works-like fryer. For example, if it is a 4 gallon fryer, do I need a minimum of 4 gallons of oil to cover the dropped baskets?
I ask because I love the construction and operation of those type fryers and would like to own just one fryer for small and large cooks. However, do I need to bust out 4 gallons no matter how much I am frying?
I ask because I love the construction and operation of those type fryers and would like to own just one fryer for small and large cooks. However, do I need to bust out 4 gallons no matter how much I am frying?
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Posted on 11/15/25 at 10:52 am to bmela12
I don't think they would perform well without filling for the reason you said. I don't think the baskets when dropped would be at the right level.
Great fryer. I have 2 six gallon ones that can feed a bunch of people with both going.
How about just getting 2.5 gallon one for home use? It might produce more food than you think for larger groups.
Great fryer. I have 2 six gallon ones that can feed a bunch of people with both going.
How about just getting 2.5 gallon one for home use? It might produce more food than you think for larger groups.
This post was edited on 11/15/25 at 10:56 am
Posted on 11/15/25 at 10:55 am to Professor Dawghair
Based on what you are saying, the 2.5 is likely the better choice. But it would have been nice to buy the 4 and be able to use it like the 2.5 when needed.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Posted on 11/15/25 at 10:58 am to bmela12
They say the 2.5 gallon will serve 12-15 people per hour. I think you could double that.
They say the 6 gallon will serve up to 40 people per hour (with fries etc) but I have served 150 with two of them with no problem.
They say the 6 gallon will serve up to 40 people per hour (with fries etc) but I have served 150 with two of them with no problem.
This post was edited on 11/15/25 at 11:00 am
Posted on 11/15/25 at 11:32 am to bmela12
This style fryer has a few useful characteristics, the first being able to hold temperature well during cooks. Once the four gallons of oil is at frying temp, it’s pretty stable. The second feature is the fact that the burner tubes are above the bottom of the fryer allowing the dregs to fall to the cooler bottom without becoming burned leaving the oil clean for future cooks.
Unless you do a lot of fish, the oil can be used for a couple months before it needs changing.
Unless you do a lot of fish, the oil can be used for a couple months before it needs changing.
Posted on 11/15/25 at 11:41 am to bmela12
Typically, there's a minimum fill line & a maximum fill line for safe operation on these types of fryers. It's important to note that oil expands when heated so the oil level will change when hot.
I have a 43 lb fryer that takes 7 gallons of high temp canola to fill to the minimum line, cold. The oil level is closer to the maximum level when heated to frying temperatures.
Additionally, you need to take careful consideration of the moisture level of the product you're frying. Rapid expansion of water in the food can cause the oil to "boil over" creating an extremely unsafe situation.
To answer your question, it depends on a lot of factors to determine the minimum amount of oil needed to fry in a R&V Works-like fryer.
I have a 43 lb fryer that takes 7 gallons of high temp canola to fill to the minimum line, cold. The oil level is closer to the maximum level when heated to frying temperatures.
Additionally, you need to take careful consideration of the moisture level of the product you're frying. Rapid expansion of water in the food can cause the oil to "boil over" creating an extremely unsafe situation.
To answer your question, it depends on a lot of factors to determine the minimum amount of oil needed to fry in a R&V Works-like fryer.
Posted on 11/15/25 at 11:51 am to bmela12
Yes 4 gal at least for the 4 gal fryer. Its a lot to fill up but I can leave the oil in there for a good bit. If you occasionally cook for more than 6 people at once the 4gal is a nice size to have
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