Cooking Chips For The First Time In Our New Deep Fat Fryer

Unboxing and step by step cooking of chips for the first time.

[@TheCypressbill]

hey bud. for the perfect chunky chips use maris piper or maris bard potatoes. cook on 160c until soft about 6-8 minutes. lift out & allow to drain. turn up the heat to 180c then cook them again until they reach the desired crispiness. this usually takes 30 seconds. i used to run a fish an chip shop. for homemade battered use cold water, plain flour a pinch of salt. you can substitute 30% of water for beer . yum. batter your fish and cook on 180c for exactly 3 minutes. battered sausages you can use frozen ones dip them in batter and fry on 180c for exactly 6 minutes. you're welcome enjoy

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers pal, great top tips this, yes will get some proper potatoes cook them right next time.

[@bruceyoung2913]

It is important to use the correct potatoes (King Edward, Maris Piper, Desiree) and to soak them for some time to remove excessive starch. Make sure they are dry before they are fried, and fry them a second time at a higher heat so they are golden brown and crisp outside, and fluffy inside. A sprinkle of sea salt over them before you munch helps to enhance the taste. I appreciate your natural of delivery - far more appealing than other presenters - SPOT ON!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Bruce i appreciate it.

[@patriciawhitely8237]

Yep Ive got one also and love it , as you said it is quite large but love how it cleans the oil.

[@maxanderson9692]

Come on pal, I didn't even do your reasarch how to make propa chips before making the video, 🤦 not to mention the fact that you commited to actually buying the device to make em! 🤦🤦🤦

[@ulysses2162]

You know you're getting older when kitchen/home appliances make you excited. 😂 I turned 43 on the 8th just gone, and yup, I get excited about new appliances. 👀😄

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

happy late birthday congratulations

[@ulysses2162]

@@BaldFoodieGuy Cheers mate. 😎

[@nickyslattery7865]

Love it but a chipbutty with no butter

[@judykish1481]

Dang, that was funny - and so true!

[@GenialHarryGrout]

When I had a deep fat fryer this was my method for cooking chips. First cook at 130c for about 8 to 9, this softens the potatoes but doesn't colour the outside minutes. remove the chips and set the fryer to 190c. Replace chips and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. The second fry colours the chips and crisps them while keeping them soft and fluffy inside. It is better to use a waxing potato for chips

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

thanks for the tips i appreciate it.

[@Steeps1969]

@@BaldFoodieGuy Harry has it about right. That's how I do mine and they come out great.

[@Anni.M3164]

Same as Harry, except I use Maris pipers.

[@dooahhdoo]

100% what Harry says BUT you can blanch at 130, leave to cool then put in the freezer for an hour. Take them out and pop into the oil at 190. Give it a try

[@JPlokford]

I use a cheap £40 frier and beef dripping instead of oil. Instead of par-boiling I set the temp to 100C (this is below the lowest marking on the dial) and cook the chips till they are cooked through (a skewer goes through easily). This is the same as par-boiling really except using fat instead of water. Then I remove the chips, raise the fat temp to 190C and fry till browned. Perfect results. You can even make decent 'roast' potatoes using this method.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

brilliant John, cheers for the tips.

[@rickb3645]

Nice tip there John... We used to buy the tins of Baby New Potatoes... Simply drain them and pat them dry... Then deep fry them until crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside... They are delicious my friend. 😋👍

[@JPlokford]

@@rickb3645 I used to love those tinned potatoes as a kid. Haven't had them in decades.

[@whatsfordinner3740]

Genius 👍👍

[@bl0tt44]

@@rickb3645 i remember roasting some tinned potatoes... once out of the oven and prodded they spat boiling hot fat in my eye

[@steveselectricalstuff884]

I have one of these, when it starts to get a bit greased up, empty the oil add old fashioned soda crystals and boiling water, soak then scrub a bit with brush, it will dissolve the grease and bring it up like new and soda crystals a cheap too :)

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for sharing

[@MyGlens]

Reminds me of the old days using a heavy chip pan. Couldn't resist a smile when you wondered if they should be par-boiled first :) Btw when the chips colour and float, they're cooked. Could I ask how long did it take to cook raw chips (not frozen) compared to the air fryer? All these gadgets ~ wonderful. Thanks for putting yourself in the frying line to test it out.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

haha great comment pal, yes 7 mins on 160, 3 mins on 150.

[@spamandbeans8729]

Remember my mums heavy pan waiting for lard to melt good old days

[@yamahonduki]

@@spamandbeans8729 i still use the old heavy chip pan, and lard, and on the few occasions when i have had a deep fat fryer, i have not used oil, i always use lard, even though they say not to, i just dont like the heartburn caused by oil.

[@charlottekaiser619]

A chip butty with no butter! That's criminal 😂

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

i forgot in all my excitement lol

[@CrimeVid]

And cold chips please, loads of butter, extra salt.

[@ThePurplesquish]

If you've got a cooker extractor hood, it's a good idea to put the fryer under it when you use it, to minimise smell.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

yes have got one unfortunately no room lol

[@ChooseLife.YourLife]

I always used to take an extension lead into the garden when ever i was deep frying

[@lilliputlittle]

Baking potatoes are fine for home fries. But if they were older or stored in a cold place, they might have more sugar/starch than a fresher one. I always soak my potatoes in cold water for at least 15 minutes and then rinse them before drying and double frying. The soaking/rinse helps remove excess starch which helps fries crisp up and it might help slow the Mailliard process which caused your spuds to brown too quickly. I've ordered an Easy Clean T-fal (slightly different name in the US and the features are a bit different) just for the oil filtration. I cannot wait for it to arrive. I've been using my Dutch oven, a GranPappy fryer and my wok for frying and it is a hassle filtering and storing oil. I like the self-contained unit that this product offers.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers for the tips

[@stewartgovan1672]

Hi, Gareth. Great show as usual. Can't beat a good old chip butty. The chips looked like the kind me mum used to make back in the 80s.need some beef dripping also. all looked good though. Keep up the good work. Best wishes from an unusually sunny and warm Scotland

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Stewart yes can't beat them in sure it will get better with practice.

[@DLT100]

same here brought back good memories of my mam much better than frozen chips, they have no sole : )

[@markwinter8315]

Stewart Govan, I agree with you 100%, best wishes from Barnsley 👍

[@shortblokeonabike]

They don't purify, they just remove the grit, that you still have to clean out of the bowl for next time. Things I have found are sweet potato fries turn your expensive oil orange, and that it isn't wise to deep frie breaded camembert in it when the cheese boils out and leaves you with a hollow crispy shell! (Blatant user error that one...). It's a really good design and keeps your oil better for longer. Also helps with transportation as the cassette is sealed Mine did once dump the oil out whilst the cassette was out which was annoying, but hasn't done it since.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers pal great tips thankyou 👍

[@robertsmelt6638]

Sweet potato fries are best done in air fryer.

[@toneybucket2051]

I like yourself some months ago bought an air fryer (not a deep fat fryer) the only problem with a deep fat fryer is the smell of oil/fat which i think may stain the kitchen walls in grease ??? so one reason i have not bought one because of the smell the following day and stains on the wall

[@shanef8728]

use it in an outside shed if you are worried about stains or smells. easy!

[@colin101981]

Deep fryers are great, thanks for the review. I now use lard rather than oil and frozen chips, I find they crisp up much better.

[@twomacks1]

Rinse and leave chips in bowel for 5 dry off….turn down temperature by what ever setting says in booklet as every fryer different and depends on oil…..also just remember your burning oil and only after say ten uses they advise is to change is the oil looses it capability and your just heating up burnt oil which affects taste…you can combat that by pre heating but at a lower temperature,giving time for food to be throughly cooked and less oil waste…low heat slow and steady way to go,but pre heating at lower temperature is the secret..

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

thanks 😊

[@oyleyhands1332]

Local chippy tried mars bars and said they hve to have a separate fryer to do those. Only on Thursday another well known local fifh and chip restaurant told me the same thing...need a separate fryer for Mars bars. Maybe having that fryer that filters the oil could help though.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers pal good to know thanks.

[@GoogleEyes]

What a decent & genuine guy..Salt of the earth

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You're welcome 😊

[@catherine5397]

Love your reviews, so unvarnished and down to earth. Great Fat Fryer, I'm sold.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

thanks very much.

[@akc5150]

My tips for this, I would say are.... (1) soak ya chips in fresh water for around 1/2 hour after cutting them. This helps remove some of the starch from the outside which is what went brown so quickly. (2) Get an oven probe thermometer and check what the ACTUAL temperature is at the settings they say.(3) Find the next few numbers down (140, 130,120 etc) because it WILL maintain these temps, its just the manufacturers don't mark them for some reason. And lastly, have fun and experiment with it! Just never put things with wet batter in the basket and then lower it.... Put the basket down FIRST and then lower the food in slowly so it floats. Otherwise it will weld itself to the basket.... (Don't ask me how I know..)🤣🤣

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers pal great tips thanks 😊 yes going to experiment

[@growinsane9123]

People saying use Maris Pipers are spot on, they make a lot of difference mainly because they go floury not waxy when cooked which gives a better crispy outter. If the oil can't penetrate the potato it can't give the red/fractured crispy look. I know a lot of folks also like the double cook method slow and low and then fast and high and for ease and speed it isn't bad at all, particularly when you are doing more than one batch or have to fry other things, but whilst this approach is a whole lot better than cooking in one go, I found the best way is always to steam the chips first. Boiling works too but I found steaming is best. It's important to have the water rolling in a boil or the steam coming off very fast as the aim is to cook the outside very fast. About 15-16 minutes should be long enough. If you remove the lid of the steamer and they instantly start to dry with a white floury appearance all over they are good. If there is only a bit of floury texture you may not have had the steam hot enough and you might need to cook them longer. If you cook them too slow they will fall apart before or as they go floury, this is why hot and fast is better since you want the chip to internally be strong enough still for handling. When cooked, carefully lay them on a baking rack or something that will let the air get to them and allow them to dry out from their own heat. They will have mostly dried when they stop steaming, but you can leave them longer until you are ready to fry if needed and it won't do them any harm. The chips are slightly less fragile the cooler they get but using a flat spatula to lift them into the chip basket is best. You can load the basket away from the fryer. If filling the fryer, ensure the fat is at 170-180C and when they are lowered in, drop the temperature back to 160c. cook them for 15 minutes. If I'm behind on time I use the double cook method as its more like a total of 15 minutes vs this method which is more like 45 minutes once you factor boil/dry/fry times. I just feel like if I'm going to eat food that's not very good for me, it better be at its best!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers for the lovely comment thank you 😊

[@sappersteve1443]

I used to have a Tefal rotofryer. The chips took 30 minutes to cook and although they were nice, I decided that a deep fried chip tastes better; so I went back to a basic fryer which is messy compared to your machine. My only reservation is that it is quite big. You need to use Maris Piper spuds and if you deep fry sausages, they destroy the oil(nice though)!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers brother

[@kevanparker908]

We have two deep fat fryers, the first one stopped working so after checking it over we went out and bought a new one. Read the instructions to the new one and it pointed out the reset button on the back of the heating element unit which was clearly marked. Had another good look at the old one before it went for recycling and surprise surprise it had a reset button underneath in a hard to see position and the red button was very small. Pressed in the button put some water in the pan to test it and switched it on! It worked again!!! cleaned it up and put it in the shed for emergencies and Barbecue's!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers for the tip with the reset button.

[@Val-from-Leigh]

I have a Tefal Oleoclean, it's very old but works a treat. I used to use groundnut oil, but can't seem to find it nowadays. You can put most bits in the dishwasher (not the element). Don't let congealed fat build up and clean it regularly (it's easier). ⚠A word of caution; make sure any frozen stuff has any excess ice scraped off before putting in the hot oil!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Val great top tip thanks

[@billmoir1]

That looks a cracking deep fryer Gareth,for chips i use either Maris Piper or King Edward.I use mine for tattie croquettes,scampi,chicken goujons in breadcrumbs.All the frozen stuff with batter or bread crumbs taste better done in the deep fryer.Only occasional use but can't beat em.I do the 3 cooked method with chips but it's a bit of a faff so don't do it that often.Par boiled for 5 mins,deep fry at 130c for 5 mins then 190c to the colour of your choice.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for the tips!

[@pamcullen537]

Hi Gareth. I’ve got one of these fryers. Don’t use a great deal but I do leave the basket hanging above oil when not in use so doesn’t get clogged up x

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Great tip! cheers Pam thanks 😊 x

[@steveflitton8903]

Ha Ha, so your good lady gave into you wanting a fryer! I know a lot about frying chips, and most supermarket varieties don't work too well, not unless you buy the prepared sort. You need the type which has floury flesh when cooked. As I've said, I grow my own, and a variety called 'Royal' is perfect for chips. It's what Mc.Cain mostly use in their products, but I haven't seen them for sale in shops. Chips burn because of the sugars in the starch. Crisps are made from potatoes with very low sugar content; that's why they don't look burnt. Incidentally, unless you're a commercial grower, you can't buy them. I know 'cos I've tried. It helps if you rinse your chips first to remove the loose starch. Try frying some battered cod. I think you'll love the taste. Your fryer is twice as big as mine! All the best for tonight.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Steve yes so i need to get the starch out of the chips first. thanks 😊

[@ThePurplesquish]

AO Electics are a good company. Did you have to negotiate terms with your good lady, for that? I thought she was against fat fryers? This one looks similar to my last fryer. Everything came apart like this one, but the tap that was supposed to remove cleaned oil never worked right. In the end it failed and dumped 6ltrs oil over the kitchen, haha.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

yes well the real boss is talking now just dont tell her that haha

[@ThePurplesquish]

@@BaldFoodieGuy 😂

[@michaelarmstrong7973]

I use Maris piper potatoes for chips the best..I never twice fry my chips in deep fryer I set temperature and I put them in oil straight away b4 it's heated and I just keep an eye on them.maris piper chips dont go deep brown they stay a light colour when chips are floating in oil they are ready to take out.. hope that helps u Gareth,all other stuff I cook in fryer I wait until oil temperature is hot..👍👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

thanks Michael cheers for the tips

[@andrewhayes7055]

Place thick cut chips in boiling water for 3-4 mins drain and allow to cool Fry at 130C until starting to colour about 5 -6mins 2nd fry at 180 C until golden brown 2 mins Use King Edwards or Maris Piper potatoes Don't forget the thinner the chip the unhealthier they are, thick chip absorb much less fat.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers pal good point and tips 👍👍

[@Deepakverma-yb5ro]

Hi I’m George from cramlington. I bought a deep fat fryer last month. I have two goes on it. The chips tasted delicious. I bought mine from curry’s . Urs is a lovely fryer. I had chips beans and eggs. I haven’t had chips for three weeks. I love chips .

[@kevinhoughton9134]

I've had 2 deep fat fryers, they're a nightmare to clean although the end results are lovely. My other half won't let me have another, although she says the air fryer stinks as much. I'm having one of these that you've got, once it's here it's too late!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Kevin.

[@muzzerhutton6830]

Got the same one mate had it a few years haven't used since I got ninja foodi .bit of a tip soak chips in cold water for 30 mins to remove a lot of the starch pat dry then cook mate works for me

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Muzzer good tip.

[@gb8038]

Gareth, no need to par-boil fresh spuds, don't use roasting spuds for chips just use any other spuds wether red or white. For seasoning try Chinese salt & pepper mix. I use beef dripping in one fryer and veg oil in the smaller fryer, but I prefer the beef dripping as its just like chippies when I was a kid but now I'm just a big kid at heat 😆, one thing you could try I deep fried belly pork with the skin on, you cut it into cubes first. Don't forget when you make batter for savoury food to add a hint of mustard powder. Pukka

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Spot on Graham Great tips 👌👌

[@Michael_Brock]

Chip butte without butter (or margarine) is sacrilege. My favourite is double or triple cooked chips, nice chunky slices of white bread, toast/grill the outsides before smear a load of butter, both sides inside then jenga tower the chips 2 or 3 levels up. Squeeze then enjoy. I put salt on chips fresh out of the oil, then add cider or malt vinegar on plus whatever sauce(s) I feel like, red, brown, hot, or barbecue. Just before squashing sandwich down. If feeling decadent will add 2 or 3 slices of crispy bacon that I grilled while chips were frying. NB I either shallow fry, or use a Dutch oven to deep fry the chips.

[@guppywibble3752]

I bought one of these a few months ago. I cook Chinese food and fried chicken and I find that because the oil filters out all the bits, it takes the flavours on and makes everything taste even better. But sadly you have to do a total oil change and start again. But I love mine. We had a fryer years ago and it stank everything out. These are great, once you stop frying, the smell disappears. Air frying is just too dry for us.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers for the information. Yes will see how it goes cheers.

[@paulsamson6039]

My chips come out that colour. I always find the chips taste better after the oil has been used a couple of times, when the oil is fresh they don't taste quite as nice. I don't have your model mine is the basic Tefal deep fat fryer.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Paul thank you.

[@graemeferguson4946]

Hey Gareth that's the fryer I've got. It's great. The oil heats up quicker the older it gets it seems. I've never used the timer I just play it by ear so to speak. Never had a problem with it. My wife loves her chips looking exactly like yours.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Good to know! so i didnt do a bad a job as i thought lol

[@graemeferguson4946]

@@BaldFoodieGuy just experiment with it. I start mine off at 160-170, then finish them off at 190.

[@coolerkin]

They remind me off my mum's chips God bless her... Never crispy but also soft and cooked....

[@hobsonp67]

Gareth, you can’t beat homemade chips. However as a northerner I am very disappointed in you! Crisp & Dry??? Nooooo, it should be Beef Dripping or as a second choice lard. Much tastier:-;

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

haha apologies Philip on the oil choice, yes will look into beef dripping.

[@ExoticBoom001]

I have a deep fryer a tip for making your own chips is to boil them for 4mins and then let them dry after that put cornflower on to make it more crisp

[@patreon-ray]

Hi Gareth, just one little tip when moving the fryer from one place to another remove the oil container because if you tip it slightly and the front dial is in the wrong position the oil container will slip out and break open spilling the oil.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Ray good tip thanks.

[@simonworthington5162]

@@BaldFoodieGuy Did you not try to remove container underneath and would not come out and locked in place for safety?

[@joannegalway1226]

Hey Gareth, hope you’re doing well, And the Good Lady is too. I haven’t used my deep fat fryer for yrs. 😘xxx

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Joanne xx

[@missmaryhdream6560]

Hello there Gareth. Going back in time, dripping and lard you'll be amazed x the difference it will make to the final taste of them chips x

[@johnwhyte1488]

Oh, Gareth new equipment for the lab equals more experiments. That’s a posh deep fat fryer, I’ve got a small one (keep it clean!) which has been stored in the bottom of a cupboard. I have only used it twice in 10 years and I’m going to bring it out again. The chips you made are exactly how I like them, well done, it’s the only time I would put salt on anything. How about trying spring rolls, battered Lorne sausage, battered chicken, battered fish, oh and fish pakora? Lots to try pal, see you later.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers John, yes will try as much as i can. Should be good fun. See you after.

[@supersonicsid5930]

It’s all trial and error. I would like to cook chips in beef dripping .I know it’s not recommended maybe because of healthy eating or whatever. Try the Maris Piper’s next . Good luck Thanks for the uploads

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Sid, good idea.

[@supersonicsid5930]

@@TapDancerDood I think they banned it years ago , but now some fish & chip shops are back using it again .purely for the taste 👅

[@PotatoPirate123]

The premature browning will be because you haven't washed the starch off the chips. The starch caramelises on the potato and turns the chips brown before they've actually crisped up. I would recommend washing them very thoroughly and par boiling and steaming off for at least 5 minutes this will ensure that the chips are nice and dry *and* gets rid of a lot of the starch. 'Baking potatoes' will just be Saxon or some other variety of starchy potato but they should work pretty well still, as long as you wash the chips thoroughly. You can re-use the oil many times as long as you keep it to a moderate frying temperature and don't burn things in it. Don't chuck it away after just two or three fries unless you really mess something up in there. I also wouldn't use a brand like Crisp and Dry as that's just overpriced rapeseed oil. Just buy an own brand one from Aldi or something as it makes for big savings given the volume used.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for the tips, yes i got the oil on a deal, but i know it can be expensive. Thanks 😊

[@PotatoPirate123]

@@BaldFoodieGuy just added to this with a comment about the browning too mate.

[@PotatoPirate123]

You can get rapeseed oil from Aldi for £1.09 a litre which is usually a lot cheaper than Crisp and Dry, even if it's on offer. Your technique of low temp fry then high temp to finish off is sound by the way, but I would drop the temperature a bit lower - 130 to 140 initially - if you follow the tips above you'll get perfect chips. I'd also add that it works best if you let the chips cool off after the first fry and don't give them any colour - you're kind of almost slow cooking them in the oil the first time round and don't want them to have any real colour at all. You can do this a day ahead and pop them in the fridge. The term 'triple cooked' comes from the three stages - parboiling, low temp fry, high temp fry.

[@gwato82]

We have this fryer, it's great for fried chicken and battering stuff but it isn't good for making chips. We've had ours awhile it's definitely worth the money and amazingly easy to clean and filter.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers pal

[@annemariefleming]

I gave my deep-fat fryer to my granddaughter. I found it difficult to keep clean, even with the filtration. The oil was expensive too. Mine didn't come apart for cleaning. I've just ordered an air-fryer.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for sharing!

[@wolfman011000]

With baking potato i have to go below the lowest marked position which is 150, using a instant read thermometer i set mine to 130-135 and fry for 10 minutes or until you get the start of colouring. Then whip it out into a bowl which i cover with a plate so the chips hold the heat longer while cooling down, letting the residual heat carry on the cooking. After 5 minutes i tip the chips onto the plate to cool for another 5 minutes. While the first batch is cooling down i am doing a second batch, then tip them in the bowl cover with the plate which still have the first batch sittin on it, turn up the heat of the oil. once it hits temp i put the first batch in the fryer, put the second batch on the plate to cool. Once the first batch is done dump them in the bowl and salt them, put the second batch in the fryer for there second cook. Do not cover the bowl with the plate again as the chips will go soggy, you can cover with paper towel to retain there heat and any steam the paper absorbs, once the second batch is done dump them in the bowl, salt and toss in with the first batch. There a massive bit of faffing about i had to do during lock down because frozen chips and fresh chipping potatos where out of stock. If we ever look like having another bloody lock down i'll stockup on chips and bog rolls. Come to think about it i still have cases of bog roll stacked up in the garage from the lock down.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers pal

[@shaunpower4868]

I soak chips in water with a pinch of salt a couple of hours before.Give them a good stir before draining to get rid of starch.Dry and then double fry 130 for 10min then 180 till brown.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

brilliant Shaun yes top tips these thanks 😊

[@christinebeames2311]

Hi 150 till soft, then 170 to brown , this way you can par cook a big batch Ready to finish , Never but potatos called “ whites” they are always not the best , baking potatos in store are chosen for their smooth look and size . Not their fluffiness , Try edwards or Maris piper or rooster , all give fluffy middles not a sticky texture ,

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Christine good tips thanks 😊

[@davidjohnston5692]

I’d recommend maris piper , king Edward or red skins for chipping mate but when I used to have a deep fat fryer I always got Asda frying chips crinkle cut in orange bag there amazing and crispy I remember other week I saw u making French fry’s chips try these in the deep fat fryer you will see big difference

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers for the tips David.

[@thefirstmanwho]

It’s the best way, I have an air fryer but always deep fry my chips, bit of a waste of space as only use it for chips and hate cleaning it but worth it

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Adam thanks 😊

[@lorraine6337]

I have the same fryer and i changed and got a ninja air fryer.. I don't think you'll be so happy after a month or two when your kitchen is full of grease.. But it is a good fryer only for the build up of grease.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Lorry thank you.

[@richardmccay8425]

Love it mate. That's exactly how exited I'm gonna be for mine turning up. I've umd n ard about one for years, but I want beer battered brie now ! Nice honest human review mate

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Richard, very kind of you pal 👍

[@richardmccay8425]

Ey up mate, The other night there was an hour long programme on terrestrial TV about air fryers, that’s how bloody popular they’ve get. Any how, this week end I was planning to buy both the double basket Ninja air fryer with sync’d finish times more for the practicality of day to day stuff, but no doubt I’ll end up stretching its legs. The other which I was more excited about was the Tefal deep fat fryer you reviewed for indulgent treats. My only concern is smells. After having had it for over a year, would you buy it again now or was it a flash in the pan 🪄 😆 you see what I did there 😎.Joking aside, I’m really interested whether you saw that as it’s major draw back and really whether you’d do it again ? If I do, I’ll be stowing it between uses in a large plastic container.

[@Marty-Mc]

I had the same model, whilst I thought ,Yes, deep fried food at home, and it was good to start with, I wasn't prepared for the smell of oil wafting through the whole house even thogh It had the filter, I found the oil /steam residue venting from the fryer filter stuck to everything in sight, if not wiped down after use it will turn real sticky and take ages to clean, got rid of mine after 12 months 🙄I'm Intersted to see how you get on, Happy frying Gaz . 😁👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

oh dear will see how it pans out pal.

[@RandomAsh71]

Welcome to the 1970s/1980s every house used to stink of grease for hours….

[@margaretrobinson1670]

I’ve got a chip pan, l use crisp and dry you can’t beat a home made chip. Great review Gareth that looks a good fryer.👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Absolutely

[@peterwilliams8122]

I see a kitchen extension on the horizon!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

yes the shed lol

[@Ata5ll]

Are you filming in NTSC instead of PAL? Just wondering because you can see your light flickering. Also, french fries are at 150 first and then bake a 2nd time at 190

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Will check in not sure. Thanks for pointing this out.

[@teresakelsey3126]

Great video ,your better than a instruction manual 👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Wow, thanks!

[@eastendman]

Try doing the double fry...low temp first take them out turn the heat up and put back again ...delish!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Paul

[@444chains]

Two things Gaz. If you only put a few chips in the fryer they will cook quicker than a full load. & second, for the perfect chip, drop them in really hot oil then straight away turn the heat down low, this cooks the chip slower so they don’t brown, then turn the heat back up for the last two minutes to crisp up the outside. Trust me you gotta try it, perfect chips every time.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

thanks i will try and remember that.

[@bigjoeangel]

Use Maris Piper spuds, and yes par boil for 5 mins, then allow to cool/dry before deep frying at 170 deg C. Don''t need to double fry.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers pal.

[@TheWacoKid1963]

I've got the same one, bought from Amazon. I use Maris Pipers at 160 for 6 minutes, taken them out and turn it up to 190, put back in when temp is reached for only a few minutes. Ps too few chips in the basket is why they cooked too quickly PPs it doesn't purify, it filters out the crap left behind by frozen chips

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

good tips thankyou

[@TheWacoKid1963]

Sorry meant 180 not 190 form the last few minutes

[@ijulesy]

Can't beat deep fried food, can't wait for the awesome videos you'll make with it! 😁

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

thanks 😊 cant wait

[@coffeeguy6673]

I bought a deep fat fryer a few years ago, the thing was lethal, me and the missus were cooking chips like they were going out of fashion! So bloody good ! had to get rid of it in the end and get an air fryer.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes they are tasty. I don't use it much really.

[@fishypie]

this should be interesting as i think deep fryed chips are the best, its just the bloody smell they give out, the smell sticks to everything, i now fry my chips in the shed. stinky problem solved. what is the best oil to use

[@simonhaggarty8798]

It looks a good product Gareth. You’ll master it in the end.it’ll be spot on. Chicken,chips and many other concoctions can be done in it. Doughnuts? I can’t see why not. Looking forward to you sampling your new gadget. Well done again Gareth 👍👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

can see a workout video coming in the future haha

[@simonhaggarty8798]

@@BaldFoodieGuy definitely 😀😀

[@andysroadtrips7770]

hi this is what i do. cut potatoes ( isralian white skins good) leave soak 20 min cold water. par boil in salted water about 5min. let drain. put on a tray and leave in fridge few hours covered with a towel. fry at 170 for about 8min always come out well. any caravaners out there? i use spry crisp and dry that goes hard when cold so oil not sloshing around when on the road. to clean the fryer leave to soak parts in hot water for few hours using laundry powder and give a good rinse take care great vid

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for sharing Andy great suggestions

[@Pytchblend]

They went brown so fast because you didn't wash the starch off them after you sliced them. After cutting, it's best to rinse them in cold water and leave them in there (in the fridge is best too) for half an hour or so.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for the tips! i didnt know but i do now, cheers pal.

[@hobsonp67]

Or blanch them for 5 mins

[@francisraffle2948]

I use a chip pan on stove with lard in makes proper chips I had a deep fat frier and used oil it was a pain to clean and after a time the oil on the lid went like glue proper chips for me Gareth I was going to say chip butties all round you can beat a chip butty with plenty of salt and vinegar oh you xxx Gareth in a few months the new potatoes will be out and the chips you'll make won't go very brown but will taste just as nice xxxx

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Francis i need beef dripping x

[@francisraffle2948]

@@BaldFoodieGuy oh yes you do and please call me fran xxc

[@paulwypych]

i put the chip pan on top of the cooker on a chopping board so it is flat and extractor is above perfect

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

yes ive moved it under the extractor now cooker in middle and air fryer other side lol

[@leethompson9257]

Absolutely Brilliant my good man, first fry was far too high but you will learn with practice and us foodies telling how to do it LOL. Can't make tonight but have a great time.

[@showusurkipper]

Non Brewed Condiment is Chippy Vinegar makes a difference!!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers

[@FH-ug2dg]

Maris Piper potatoes are what are used in many chip shops

[@majiek1304]

You can't beat chips in a deep fat fryer. Air fryers just don't cut it.

[@mattpalmer6054]

Hi. Great video. I’m on the look out for a new deep fat fryer and thinking of getting the smaller version of this one called the compact. Has anyone got one of these? We are a family of 4 but have always cooked chips in batches anyway so I was thinking the compact would be fine for us. Cheaper to at £79 currently.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Matt, I've not used mine in a while.

[@johndavis9163]

Hi Gareth...firstly you need a potato with low sugar content, ideally Yukon Gold or Russet. Cut then wash several times in cold water, then blanch in water until just cooked, drain then straight onto a plate without refreshing in water. Chill in fridge then cook at 130c for 6-10 mins then finish at 180c. I hope this helps . In the industry we use a potato called " chippers Choice", but hard to get hold of in the shops.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers John

[@garyhardy5785]

I use a laser temperature gun to ensure oil is correct temp. Fairly cheap on amazon.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Gary not heard of them will look pal.

[@garyhardy5785]

@@BaldFoodieGuy Etekcity Lasergrip 774 is 19.99. Had mine a few years, faultless.

[@judykish1481]

Toss them in some dry parmesan cheese when you take them out of the deep fryer.... yum. I have a Tfal deep fryer - love it. Just a tip on doing chicken - put the pieces with the basket down, it will help the chicken not to stick so much to the basket. If I put chicken in the basket, then drop it in the oil, and I don't move it around right away, it is horrible to scrap off.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sounds great!

[@shaunrobertson9975]

Grand videos mate loving them me n my Tracy makes our day chill to your channel happy Sunday to ya look forward to next video 👐👐👐👐👋👋👋👋👋👀

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Glad you like them!

[@shaunrobertson9975]

@@BaldFoodieGuy yeah we always do entertaining your channel best happy to watch both of us fan's always good to know what products are the best to buy brilliant hope you have a lovely day from us both 👋👋👋👋👋👋👐👐👐👐 enjoy your fat fryer cook alsorts in them

[@TheBlaert]

I was going to get one but they're a big beast. I might go for the compact one

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes I don't use mine now unfortunately

[@shanelltanner1450]

Hi, yes I love my deep fryer. I love to coat my fries first with batter or flour , the best!! Especially for potatoe wedges😊❤. Try it .

[@Curryking32000]

I think certain potato varieties have a higher sugar content which would caramelise hence why these went black quicker

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers pal

[@Mark1405Leeds]

Excellent! Chips need to be deep fried. Non of your oven chip shite! I'd fill it with lard or beef dripping rather than unhealthy oil!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

haha cheers

[@HC_GUITAR]

Start at 150 till they are nearly cooked but still uncoloued Gareth, then take them out turn up to 180 and back in for 3/4 minutes.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

thanks Hugh

[@johnakyle5908]

Probably a bit of experimentation needed. I still remember how good deep fried chips were back in the day .My late mum use to use beef dripping, ( no use in your machine , I know ) chips were a bit chunkier than you had if I remember right, might be the answer ...

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

good memories John

[@SuperLittleTyke]

I thought you said a few weeks ago that the Good Lady had banned deep fat fryers? (perplexed look) Edit: Okay, I've now watched the video. Two points: it's vital to use the right sort of potato for chips. Maris Piper or Peer are my favourite. I tried pan-frying no-name potatoes and they also went too brown quite quickly. Second point: put the sliced chips in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes, rinse and dry. This removes excess starch. Use a salad spinner to get most of the water off, then wrap them in a clean tea towel and really get them as dry as possible. Now what I would do next, before experimenting with expensive food, is get a bag of Belgian frozen chips from Iceland for a quid. They come in a large yellow 1.5 kg bag. These chips taste really good and you can experiment with temperatures over several batches because they're so cheap. They turn out lovely and golden after just a few minutes in a frying pan with a generous amount of oil. After you've got those chips done nicely and you've bought some Maris Piper or Russet potatoes, have another go from scratch!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

yes nothing set in stone in my world pal, great tips mate cheers. Going to experiment alot.

[@andrewpaulmanton7262]

you put the chips 0n for too long to start with

[@raycarter4030]

i love the fact you’re buying stuff i wonder if i should get then i can make my mind up. For instance, no air fryer for me. So, in Northern ireland, they call that a hamish, as in, what’s wrong with a pan on the hob you put away in the cupboard?

[@oyleyhands1332]

I bought the same fryer a couple of weeks ago, unboxed it last week and yet to try it..... !

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

give it a go mate.

[@petezaguy6054]

Wow Gaz, great vid. I once deep fried a Snickers, I know Mars are the usual, but Snickers was amazing too. 👌 A few other suggestions: Beer battered onion rings, Fried chicken and crispy beef.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers pal will do.

[@waynestockton8953]

The best thing to do with vinegar transfer it to a spray bottle with a mist setting for an even coverage of vinegar over the chips

[@iansims2984]

We got rid of ours as our autistic son who has a very selective diet then only ever wanted sausage and chips cooked this way which was becoming quite unhealthy hence getting the Ninja, also tbh they are very messy but I get why people would like them if used moderately. Looking fwd to tonight's live 👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Ian, yes ive never had one so total novelty to me. See you later.

[@ChrisTheButcher]

You know what Ian I had to do the exact thing my eldest lad has autism also and everything had to be cooked in the deep fat fryer not only was it unhealthy the house used to stink of a Greasy spoon 😂

[@iansims2984]

@@ChrisTheButcher you've hit the nail on the head there and I've actually just sent my better half to tescos to buy those jumbo sausages you've just reviewed 👍

[@zolitimo5482]

Long time ago I had a machine, I was using palm oil in it, and there was zero frying odour. Now I want to buy this machine.

[@alwynvorster3447]

Be careful when frying frozen stuff with a lot of ice buildup. The ice will turn to steam instantly and the oil will bubble and even possibly boil over. If you fry fish, be prepared to change the oil or have everything afterwards taste fishy.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

great tip thanks 😊

[@DeepakVerma-cd4fe]

I fry chips in deep fat fryer I never leave it unattended. I always keeps an eye on it I love my chips

[@cartman668222]

only ever used lard in my fryers and the fryers cost me about £20 or less

[@Canalcoholic]

Was it ever used for a second time, or resigned to a utility cupboard?

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes it's on show in the kitchen. Gets used for frying fish and chips I've done a few short videos with it.

[@Poppy-sf1uj]

If you can get hold of them gaz Cyprus potatoes with the red soil on are the best for homemade chips by far mate!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers pal yes will try a few types.