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recs on a deep fryer

Posted on 1/21/20 at 5:02 pm
Posted by TigerCoon
Member since Nov 2005
18855 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 5:02 pm
My deep fryer gave up the ghost and I need a replacement. It was a Waring Pro DF280, and I found it to be a PITA.

I will use the fryer for good Louisiana seafood for a family of four, so I don't need anything huge (no turkeys or anything-- I have that covered). I'll likely haul it in an out to the patio to use it.

Any good recommendations (preferably based on personal experience)? I'd like to keep it under $150, but don't let that limit opinions.

Thanks.
Posted by sleepytime
Member since Feb 2014
3573 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 5:45 pm to
Get you a bayou classic 2.5 gallon fryer or R&V Metalworks if you want something better made. You only have to swap the grease every 6 months or so depending on how much you use it.
Posted by TigerCoon
Member since Nov 2005
18855 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 5:48 pm to
Thanks for the propane fryer recs. I was thinking electric, but maybe I need to make the switch.
Posted by Cosmo
glassman's guest house
Member since Oct 2003
120178 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 5:50 pm to
For big volume I use the bayou classic

Small volume just a good ole $30 presto kitchen kettle
Posted by LSU Tiger Bob
South
Member since Sep 2011
3002 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 6:33 pm to
I mostly deep fry fish, fries, etc. Never personally cared for a watt burner fryer. Propane burners and cast iron pots of various sizes.
Posted by LSUlefty
Youngsville, LA
Member since Dec 2007
26443 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 6:34 pm to
I plan on getting the Cajun RV from Stines.
Posted by ldts
Member since Aug 2015
2677 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 6:35 pm to
I don't do a whole lot of deep frying, but when I do I usually just do it in a cast iron dutch oven. Got a basket to fit it I put the stuff in and drop it down in the oil.
Posted by TigerCoon
Member since Nov 2005
18855 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 6:41 pm to
quote:

Cajun RV from Stines


That looks like the Cadillac. I don't think I could justify it. Thanks.
Posted by LSUlefty
Youngsville, LA
Member since Dec 2007
26443 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 6:51 pm to
Yeah, I've been hoping it would go on sale. The 4 gallon is $399.

LINK
This post was edited on 1/21/20 at 6:52 pm
Posted by Uncle JackD
Member since Nov 2007
58627 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 7:37 pm to
Cajun fryer
Posted by Earthquake 88
Mobile
Member since Jan 2010
3006 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 8:10 pm to
LINK

Cajun Fryer Made By R& V Works. It’s made in Homer, Louisiana. Real thick gauge metal. I love it a lot better those cheaper ones. They have several sizes. I went ahead a bought the big one. Doubt I ever have to buy another one in my lifetime.

I see others said to buy the one I recommended. Guess I ought to read past the first question asked. Those that said Cajun Fryer by R&V are right it’s solid built.
This post was edited on 1/21/20 at 8:22 pm
Posted by Smeg
Member since Aug 2018
9246 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 9:43 pm to
quote:

I usually just do it in a cast iron dutch oven. Got a basket to fit it I put the stuff in and drop it down in the oil.

This man knows!
Also: French fry pro-tip: use beef tallow instead of canola/peanut oil.
Posted by Powerman
Member since Jan 2004
162202 posts
Posted on 1/21/20 at 9:45 pm to
quote:

Also: French fry pro-tip: use beef tallow instead of canola/peanut oil.



It's also healthier
Posted by Tiger In the Swamp
Louisiana
Member since May 2014
839 posts
Posted on 1/22/20 at 4:38 am to
Delonghi sells one on amazon with a drain valve. Drain is a gamechanger. I let it cool and settle out. Then drain oil for re-use up to 3 times. Uses one gallon oil to fill.

LINK
Posted by CHEDBALLZ
South Central LA
Member since Dec 2009
21909 posts
Posted on 1/22/20 at 7:34 am to
Avantco 10Lb

I have this one, it's been a great unit. Takes about 1 1/2 gallons of oil.
Posted by MorbidTheClown
Baton Rouge
Member since Jan 2015
65683 posts
Posted on 1/22/20 at 8:07 am to
i like the looks of that one.
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