{"id":405,"date":"2021-08-10T18:12:33","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T12:12:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/?p=405"},"modified":"2021-09-26T14:21:26","modified_gmt":"2021-09-26T08:21:26","slug":"can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Use Crisco Shortening in a Deep Fryer? (Answered)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Do you want to cook food faster in a deep fryer with a healthier form of fat? The answer is yes almost all the time. Food when cooked with Crisco shortening makes it taste even better, but can it be used in a deep fryer? Is it safe? Keep reading to know all about it with every detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_Crisco_in_a_deep_fryer\"><\/span><strong>Can you use Crisco in a deep fryer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Almost all Crisco oils can be used in a deep fryer. They can be used as long as they are used in an appropriate amount. Enough Crisco should be heated in the deep fryer before the food is submerged in the fryer. However, using too much of it will result in the food getting too greasy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Can_you_use_Crisco_in_a_deep_fryer\" title=\"Can you use Crisco in a deep fryer?\">Can you use Crisco in a deep fryer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Can_you_use_Crisco_shortening_in_a_deep_fryer\" title=\"Can you use Crisco shortening in a deep fryer?\">Can you use Crisco shortening in a deep fryer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Is_Crisco_shortening_good_for_deep_frying\" title=\"Is Crisco shortening good for deep frying?\">Is Crisco shortening good for deep frying?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Why_is_Crisco_so_bad_for_you\" title=\"Why is Crisco so bad for you?\">Why is Crisco so bad for you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Can_you_use_shortening_in_a_deep_fryer\" title=\"Can you use shortening in a deep fryer?\">Can you use shortening in a deep fryer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Can_you_deep_fry_with_shortening\" title=\"Can you deep fry with shortening?\">Can you deep fry with shortening?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#What_does_shortening_do_in_deep_frying_Benefits_of_using_shortening\" title=\"What does shortening do in deep frying? Benefits of using shortening\">What does shortening do in deep frying? Benefits of using shortening<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#How_to_use_shortening_in_deep_fat_frying\" title=\"How to use shortening in deep fat frying?\">How to use shortening in deep fat frying?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Scoop_the_shortening_to_fill_the_deep_fat_fryer\" title=\"Scoop the shortening to fill the deep fat fryer:\">Scoop the shortening to fill the deep fat fryer:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Turn_on_the_fryer\" title=\"Turn on the fryer:\">Turn on the fryer:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Check_the_shortening\" title=\"Check the shortening:\">Check the shortening:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Release_the_food_in_the_fryer\" title=\"Release the food in the fryer:\">Release the food in the fryer:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#How_much_shortening_do_you_put_in_a_deep_fryer\" title=\"How much shortening do you put in a deep fryer?\">How much shortening do you put in a deep fryer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Can_you_reuse_shortening_for_deep-fat_frying\" title=\"Can you reuse shortening for deep-fat frying?\">Can you reuse shortening for deep-fat frying?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Which_is_better_for_frying_shortening_or_oil\" title=\"Which is better for frying shortening or oil?\">Which is better for frying shortening or oil?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Is_lard_or_shortening_better_for_deep_frying\" title=\"Is lard or shortening better for deep frying?\">Is lard or shortening better for deep frying?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Can_I_use_shortening_instead_of_butter_for_frying\" title=\"Can I use shortening instead of butter for frying?\">Can I use shortening instead of butter for frying?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Does_gluten_stay_in_a_deep_fryer\" title=\"Does gluten stay in a deep fryer?\">Does gluten stay in a deep fryer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts:\">Final Thoughts:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-deep-fryer\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions:\">Frequently Asked Questions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer.jpg 800w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-728x546.jpg 728w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-480x360.jpg 480w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-358 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-768x576.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-728x546.jpg.webp 728w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-480x360.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer-320x240.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1135.-Can-you-use-crisco-shortening-in-a-deep-fryer.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n<p>Crisco Blends Oil, Canola Oil and Omega-3 DHA, Frying Oil Blend, Peanut Oil, Pure Canola Oil, Pure Corn Oil, and Pure Vegetable Oil can be used in a deep fryer. Most of Crisco&rsquo;s products work the same as other cooking oils in the deep fryer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Crisco Peanut Oil fails to withstand high temperatures. It may start smoking when the deep fryer reaches a temperature of 360&deg;F (180 &deg;C). Thus, it may not be appropriate when deep-frying items such as meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_Crisco_shortening_in_a_deep_fryer\"><\/span><strong>Can you use Crisco shortening in a deep fryer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crisco shortening can be used in a deep fryer<\/strong>. It will not be harmful to the deep fryer when used for a long time with relatively low temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deep fryers can withstand Crisco&rsquo;s high-fat shortening. The fat does not stick to the fryer after the process has been completed. The only requirement is to use it in appropriate amounts. It is recommended to fill the deep fryer with Crisco within a half-inch of the fill line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t<\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Crisco - All Vegetable Shortening - 6 lbs (Pack of 2)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003VB69CI\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"715\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51xR2tf+3mL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crisco - All Vegetable Shortening - 6 lbs (Pack of 2)\" title=\"Crisco - All Vegetable Shortening - 6 lbs (Pack of 2)\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51xR2tf+3mL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crisco - All Vegetable Shortening - 6 lbs (Pack of 2)\" title=\"Crisco - All Vegetable Shortening - 6 lbs (Pack of 2)\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"elcustomdiv1\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003VB69CI\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"Crisco - All Vegetable Shortening - 6 lbs (Pack of 2)\" data-lasso-id=\"716\">Visit here to see this on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Crisco_shortening_good_for_deep_frying\"><\/span><strong>Is Crisco shortening good for deep frying?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crisco shortening baking sticks and Crisco vegetable shortening can be considered good for deep frying<\/strong>. But at first, it needs to be melted at around 68&deg;F (20 &deg;C) as it has hydrogenation. The food cannot be put on the deep fryer with a solid chunk of Crisco shortening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it may not be entirely suitable for deep frying as it has a relatively low boiling point. Typically, Crisco shortening has a smoking point of 360 &deg;F (180 &deg;C). It starts to start and smoke when it is in the deep fryer for a long time at high temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After it reaches the smoke point of 360 &deg;F (180 &deg;C), the burnt Crisco shortening will give a burnt flavor to the food cooked. Thus, other vegetable shortenings with high smoke points are recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Crisco_so_bad_for_you\"><\/span><strong>Why is Crisco so bad for you?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Crisco can make food taste better than if it was cooked in regular oil, but <strong>it may not be entirely healthy<\/strong>. It is partially hydrogenated vegetable shortening, and such shortenings often lead to health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consuming high amounts of fats is never healthy, and <strong>Crisco contains more than 12 grams of fat<\/strong>. Mostly, the 3.5 grams of saturated fat and 1.7 grams of trans fat in it increase levels of cholesterol (LDL), which leads to heart disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crisco also contains fewer amounts of nutrients<\/strong>. Unlike butter, it does not contain vitamin A and C. It also contains 15% more calories than other oils. It will increase body fat and weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t<\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, 454g\/1lb.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B014YB7EP4\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"717\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/5121ZG63HKL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, 454g\/1lb.\" title=\"Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, 454g\/1lb.\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/5121ZG63HKL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, 454g\/1lb.\" title=\"Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, 454g\/1lb.\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"elcustomdiv1\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B014YB7EP4\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, 454g\/1lb.\" data-lasso-id=\"718\">Visit here to see this on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_shortening_in_a_deep_fryer\"><\/span><strong>Can you use shortening in a deep fryer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortening can be used in a deep fryer. It works like any other vegetable oils as it is mostly made of vegetable oil such as oilseed, palm oil, and soybean. However, it needs to be heated in the deep fryer at 68-70 &deg;F (20-22 &deg;C) as it has hydrogenation and is solid at room temperature.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortening can be used for deep frying items like vegetables, meat, bread items, etc. It will not harm the deep fryer. However, after usage, it may need to be cleaned properly. Shortening has high amounts of fat, especially shortenings made with animal fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fat can stick to the deep fryer even after cleaning. Thus, it is necessary to clean the deep fryer properly after using shortening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_deep_fry_with_shortening\"><\/span><strong>Can you deep fry with shortening?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yes. Food items such as meat, frozen items, and vegetables can be deep-fried with shortening<\/strong>. With shortening in a deep fryer, food items usually take less time to be cooked properly, it saves time and effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it can be deep-fried at high temperatures for a long time only when it has a high smoke point. Vegetable shortenings have a smoke point of 360-410&deg;F (180-210&deg;C), thus the temperature of the deep fryer should be maintained within 410&deg;F (210&deg;C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If it is impossible to cook without exceeding the smoke point, it is better not to deep fry with shortening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t<\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Crisco, All Vegetable Shortening, Butter, 48oz Container (Pack of 2)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00DE6Z0ZW\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"719\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Ah9r57EpL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crisco, All Vegetable Shortening, Butter, 48oz Container (Pack of 2)\" title=\"Crisco, All Vegetable Shortening, Butter, 48oz Container (Pack of 2)\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Ah9r57EpL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crisco, All Vegetable Shortening, Butter, 48oz Container (Pack of 2)\" title=\"Crisco, All Vegetable Shortening, Butter, 48oz Container (Pack of 2)\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"elcustomdiv1\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00DE6Z0ZW\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"Crisco, All Vegetable Shortening, Butter, 48oz Container (Pack of 2)\" data-lasso-id=\"720\">Visit here to see this on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_shortening_do_in_deep_frying_Benefits_of_using_shortening\"><\/span><strong>What does shortening do in deep frying? Benefits of using shortening<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortening is often used in deep fryers to cook meat<\/strong>. Introducing shortening to the deep-frying food items can make them taste even better. <strong>It adds a texture to the food and makes it tender<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It does not allow the gluten of the food to build a tough layer by coating the gluten strands. As a result, the deep-fried food comes out tender and crispy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It is also cheaper and stable in terms of heat than other oils<\/strong>, which makes it a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_use_shortening_in_deep_fat_frying\"><\/span><strong>How to use shortening in deep fat frying?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortening can be used in a deep fat fryer following the steps below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scoop_the_shortening_to_fill_the_deep_fat_fryer\"><\/span><strong>Scoop the shortening to fill the deep fat fryer:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fill up the deep fat fryer with shortening. Shortening is hydrogenated, so the solid needs to be used in small amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to use enough shortening for the food to be properly submerged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t<\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Spectrum Naturals Organic Shortening, All Vegetable, 24 oz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000WDPBV8\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"721\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41ZuPbgasqL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Spectrum Naturals Organic Shortening, All Vegetable, 24 oz\" title=\"Spectrum Naturals Organic Shortening, All Vegetable, 24 oz\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41ZuPbgasqL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Spectrum Naturals Organic Shortening, All Vegetable, 24 oz\" title=\"Spectrum Naturals Organic Shortening, All Vegetable, 24 oz\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"elcustomdiv1\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000WDPBV8\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"Spectrum Naturals Organic Shortening, All Vegetable, 24 oz\" data-lasso-id=\"722\">Visit here to see this on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turn_on_the_fryer\"><\/span><strong>Turn on the fryer:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn it on to ensure that the appliance is working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set the temperature at 365&deg;F (180&deg;C) and wait for the shortening to melt. Almost all deep fat fryers regulate the temperature automatically after the temperature is set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_the_shortening\"><\/span><strong>Check the shortening:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check if it has melted to reach the desired temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leaving it on medium heat will melt the shortening without reaching too high temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Release_the_food_in_the_fryer\"><\/span><strong>Release the food in the fryer:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the shortening starts boiling after 10 to 20 minutes, carefully release the food into the fryer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_shortening_do_you_put_in_a_deep_fryer\"><\/span><strong>How much shortening do you put in a deep fryer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using too much shortening can result in a greasy food item while using too little shortening will not let the food be properly submerged in a deep fryer. Thus, it is important to use shortening according to the size of the food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, deep fryers have a fill line, <strong>filling the fryer with shortening within 1\/2 inch of the fill line<\/strong>. The amount of the shortened will keep rising as it melts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It should reach up to the maximum fill; if it exceeds the maximum fill line, some of it should be removed to prevent spilling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t<\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Nutiva Organic Shortening, Original, 15 oz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00KRFLH5U\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"723\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41tuCVwAGdL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Nutiva Organic Shortening, Original, 15 oz\" title=\"Nutiva Organic Shortening, Original, 15 oz\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41tuCVwAGdL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Nutiva Organic Shortening, Original, 15 oz\" title=\"Nutiva Organic Shortening, Original, 15 oz\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"elcustomdiv1\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00KRFLH5U\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"Nutiva Organic Shortening, Original, 15 oz\" data-lasso-id=\"724\">Visit here to see this on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_reuse_shortening_for_deep-fat_frying\"><\/span><strong>Can you reuse shortening for deep-fat frying?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortening made with animal fat cannot be reused for shortening. <\/strong>In contrast,<strong> vegetable shortening can be reused a few times<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When frying any batter in the deep fat frying, the vegetable shortening can be reused three to four times. It is because the batter might leave droplets of it in the shortening, the droplets may keep burning when reused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, when deep-frying solid items such as frozen nuggets, the shortening can be reused eight times or as long as the melted shortening looks clean and clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_better_for_frying_shortening_or_oil\"><\/span><strong>Which is better for frying shortening or oil?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In comparison to cooking oils, <strong>shortening is a better option when frying<\/strong>. Shortening has a relatively high boiling point. It means that it can be kept on the heating within 117&deg;F (42&deg;C) for a long time. Unlike other oils, it can also be reused at least 4 to 8 times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortening is also heat stable. Frying raises the temperature by a huge number, and shortening can withstand such temperatures. In addition, it can enhance the texture of the food when frying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t<\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"T-fal Deep Fryer with Basket, Stainless Steel, Easy to Clean Deep Fryer, Oil Filtration, 2.6-Pound, Silver, Model FR8000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00NQ7QFGM\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"725\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/411tBrsFTDL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"T-fal Deep Fryer with Basket, Stainless Steel, Easy to Clean Deep Fryer, Oil Filtration, 2.6-Pound, Silver, Model FR8000\" title=\"T-fal Deep Fryer with Basket, Stainless Steel, Easy to Clean Deep Fryer, Oil Filtration, 2.6-Pound, Silver, Model FR8000\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/411tBrsFTDL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"T-fal Deep Fryer with Basket, Stainless Steel, Easy to Clean Deep Fryer, Oil Filtration, 2.6-Pound, Silver, Model FR8000\" title=\"T-fal Deep Fryer with Basket, Stainless Steel, Easy to Clean Deep Fryer, Oil Filtration, 2.6-Pound, Silver, Model FR8000\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"elcustomdiv1\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00NQ7QFGM\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"T-fal Deep Fryer with Basket, Stainless Steel, Easy to Clean Deep Fryer, Oil Filtration, 2.6-Pound, Silver, Model FR8000\" data-lasso-id=\"726\">Visit here to see this on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_lard_or_shortening_better_for_deep_frying\"><\/span><strong>Is lard or shortening better for deep frying?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both lard and shortening are great for deep frying. But when comparing the two, <strong>lard is a better option than shortening<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When deep frying with lard, the food gets extra nutrients. Lard contains vitamin D for your health, while shortening does not. Deep frying involves frying with very high temperatures, and lard can withstand those temperatures. Its structure doesn&rsquo;t denature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortenings also have a lower smoking point than lard. It is more likely to get burnt quickly. Lard will not burn and add a burnt flavor to the food when it is deep-fried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_shortening_instead_of_butter_for_frying\"><\/span><strong>Can I use shortening instead of butter for frying?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortening can be used instead of butter for frying<\/strong>. Instead, it is more suitable than butter when frying. Butter cannot withstand heat, it turns brown and burns when exposed to high temperatures. It also cannot be used when deep-frying food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, shortening is heat-stable, it can withstand high temperatures when frying. However, using shortening instead of butter may not be nutritious as shortening does not contain vitamin A, E, B12, and K.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, if eating healthy is not the priority, shortening can be used instead of butter for frying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\t<\/p><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"National Presto 05461 Stainless Steel Pro Fry Immersion Element Deep Fryer,Silver\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B005FYF7XQ\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"727\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41SbclcWxeL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"National Presto 05461 Stainless Steel Pro Fry Immersion Element Deep Fryer,Silver\" title=\"National Presto 05461 Stainless Steel Pro Fry Immersion Element Deep Fryer,Silver\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41SbclcWxeL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"National Presto 05461 Stainless Steel Pro Fry Immersion Element Deep Fryer,Silver\" title=\"National Presto 05461 Stainless Steel Pro Fry Immersion Element Deep Fryer,Silver\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"elcustomdiv1\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B005FYF7XQ\/?tag=homeapricot-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"National Presto 05461 Stainless Steel Pro Fry Immersion Element Deep Fryer,Silver\" data-lasso-id=\"728\">Visit here to see this on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_gluten_stay_in_a_deep_fryer\"><\/span><strong>Does gluten stay in a deep fryer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yes. Gluten stays in a deep fryer <\/strong>even after frying food in it. It will remain in the fryer to contact the next food fried in the deep fryer. Non-gluten foods will carry gluten once it is deep-fried in the same fryer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is because gluten structure does not denature in deep fryers. Even immense heat cannot break its molecules. Thus, it is not safe for a person with Celiac disease to consume food cooked by a deep fryer which often cooks food that contains gluten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Final Thoughts:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Crisco shortening is a good grease for cooking food items in a deep fryer. It makes the dish tasty when it is used in the deep fryer but it may become messy in the fryer. A deep fryer laced with chunks of fat may seem hard to clean. It may also not make it a healthy option with such levels of fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/why-is-deep-fryer-overflowing-and-foamy\/\" data-lasso-id=\"729\">Why Is My Deep Fryer Overflowing and Foamy?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/does-deep-fryer-oil-need-to-be-refrigerated\/\" data-lasso-id=\"730\">Does Deep Fryer Oil Need to Be Refrigerated?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/do-deep-fryers-smoke\/\" data-lasso-id=\"731\">Do Deep Fryers Smoke?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/is-deep-fryer-same-as-air-fryer\/\" data-lasso-id=\"732\">Is a Deep Fryer the Same As an Air Fryer?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/can-you-reuse-oil-in-deep-fryer\/\" data-lasso-id=\"733\">Can You Reuse Oil In a Deep Fryer?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to cook food faster in a deep fryer with a healthier form of fat? The answer is yes almost all the time. Food when cooked with Crisco shortening makes it taste even better, but can it be used in a deep fryer? Is it safe? Keep reading to know all about it &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":358,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"","disable-critical-css":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/405"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=405"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/405\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/358"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=405"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=405"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeapricot.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=405"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}