T-Fal EZ Clean Fryer and French Fries

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Uncle Scott's Kitchen reviews the T-Fal EZ Clean Semi-Pro Fryer. The video shows the features of the fryer, then we show how to make french fries -- probably the best you've ever eaten -- and finally wrap it all up with a demonstration of the unit's cleaning and filtration features.
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[@UncleScottsKitchen]

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[@mikeoreilly4020]

We've been using this fryer for about a year and really like it. Really good tip here to put the fryer on a sheet pan and then on your stove under the exhaust fan. One other thing that might save you some clean up is that when you want to move the fryer, if you've already drained the oil, remove the oil container from the machine and move it separately. If you leave it in the fryer and don't keep the whole thing completely level, oil will leak from the oil container and you might end up with a series of oil drips across your floor. Don't ask me how I know.

[@stevebracken3082]

In the UK, the Fish and Chip shops pretty much all do the two-stage frying method. They simply have two commercial deep-fryers setup at different temps and move the basket straight from one to the other. However, there is a serious issue with this procedure. Tests have shown that the chip absorb about 30% of their own weight in oil during the lower-temp fry, and if only fried at the higher temp the absorption is only around 10%. So many restaurants and institutions now use a different method. They either part-boil the chips, or they steam them for 10 minutes, then do the high-temp fry. The result is just as good, and a great deal healthier.

[@stacey__withanE]

Just bought this fryer and unlike the manual that came with it, your video was easy to understand and very helpful! Thank you!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks, Stacey! Have you cooked anything in it? How'd it go?

[@stacey__withanE]

@@UncleScottsKitchen Yes, I made Lumpia (Filipino style spring rolls) and they turned out amazing!!

[@DenisJava]

Ditto. Very helpful tutorial.

[@lanaleprich]

Same! Question for you: does the unit need to be “on” or plugged in for the oil filtration to work? Mine’s been cooling down for a good hour now but the auto oil filtration doesn’t seem to be happening. (It’s plugged in, on the lowest setting)

[@Katkit537]

@@lanaleprich It says at least 2 hours in the instructions, at least on the instructions with the Compact model.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

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[@UncleScottsKitchen]

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[@anoirbentanfous]

I have this fryer sitting around for more than a year and never tried it, now I am willing to put it in a good use. Thanks Uncle Scott

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Just think of all the fries you could have eaten!

[@DenisJava]

We recently bought this fryer. This video is a great tutorial. Thanks for making things so clear.

[@quinhaquinha]

You are awesome! I have been thinking about purchasing this fryer and you have showed everything I needed to know before making up my mind! Thank you!

[@chilipepperfann]

Very helpful, thanks :) I bought this fryer yesterday and it just came in. The instruction manual was overwhelming, so I looked for a video like this ;)

[@liliaharrison7788]

Thank you I got this as a gift and I love the cookie sheet and stove top tip!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thank you! Many plates of delicious fries await...

[@RedSquirreLx]

Very instructional , this guy is a good teacher 🙂

[@boblarkin1003]

Great video. Thanks for your time creating it. Personally, I was a bit distracted by the clapping segment when the fries were served but still very helpful. Thanks again.

[@danwilliams1920]

Greatest addition to my kitchen in 10 years. Things we make on a regular basis now: chicken tenders, stuffed jalapenos, cod fish and chips (cod is cheap right now, btw, and so good), donuts, chicken wings, various frozen snacks. It's restaurant food. Great item!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Awesome! I know lots of people love the air fryers these days, but there is just nothing that quite matches a deep fryer for delicious restaurant-quality food.

[@nitanita5548]

Wow I just purchased this TFal fryer, I started searching and came across your channel. I love your suggestion about where to place the fryer. I just had did remodeling of my kitchen with new walls the works for a beautiful kitchen. I didn't know that stream would raise to the ceiling and ruin it. I followed your instructions with the potatoes and the placement of the fryer. Everything was perfect. Many blessings to you for all your helpful information. Thank you.

[@gaelallegra2860]

Your videos are some of the best I have seen anywhere! And I am from Utah, so get the Utah fry sauce comments, and BTW I love fry sauce! Thanks for demonstrating it has been so useful in deciding which unit to buy.

[@peta-gayecampbell7654]

Thanks for your video cause not even the maker of t-fal deep fryer gave instructions on the filtration process like you did.

[@oswaldgobblepot]

Thanks for doing this review. Really appreciate the tips especially putting the fryer under the ventilation by the stove.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thank you for the compliments!

[@TTVJacksond]

Awesome Vid finally somebody walks you through the whole process of frying french fries without getting me bored out of my mind...cant wait for your Moonshine recipe

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks for the compliment!

[@joshuaford6700]

Came looking for a review found a good fry recipe and a good laugh. You sir have earned a sub.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks right back!

[@kathleenwassum7712]

I just bought this! Thanks for your informative tutorial which was much better than reading the manual! I’m a new fan! You are hilarious!🤗

[@ashleyformento34]

Thank you, Uncle Scott! Now we can use our Christmas present!!!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Great! Post back and say how it goes when you cook some stuff if you get a chance...

[@trentstuckey8971]

Thanks for the Video. I watched this video after having purchased this fryer online. When the fryer came in, the first thing I made was French fry’s following your instructions here. I did use a fry cutter and made smaller fries like you’d get at a fast food place. It turned out awesome!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Awesome, Trent! I am glad the video was helpful. Many baskets of delicious fries await!

[@phandeng7284]

Thank you to learn everything from you about how to use the deep fryer machine and cooking.

[@muhammadrinshin1164]

I appreciate your genuine content.Keep up the good work.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thank you very much!

[@teresamurphy633]

I’m so glad I ran across your video, great job! I will definitely be getting this fryer. Got rid of and old one I had that didn’t even come close to the one you have. And the fries look’s delicious 😋 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks, Teresa! Post back and say how it goes when you get one!

[@zakroote]

Thank you uncle Scott you helped me a lot! 🙂

[@VexedlyYT]

You’re my new favorite channel. I love that you produced the music yourself!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks, Alex! Might have some new stuff soon for new videos.

[@mandm3881]

Wow, Scott, I love your idea of using a cookie sheet and putting the machine on top of the stove, that is a great idea. Thanks.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks!

[@prosperitynuggets]

@@UncleScottsKitchen I don't have a ventilation system in my kitchen. If I put it by the windowsill the wind would just blow it right back into my room, right?

[@ellekaybee1]

Thank you! Couldnt understand the ridiculous instruction sheet which came with ours. Your video was VERY good. Lol My doctor said I needed to eat more fried food!

[@sharoncrocker2826]

Love your videos, the inspire me to try and be a better cook for my family . Thanks so much, will continue to watch , have truly enjoyed every video and have learned some really practical instructions for kitchen equipment.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thank you very much. That's about the nicest comment I have ever received! Having fun in the kitchen and cooking some good food is what it's all about.

[@danielbeasley2124]

Got one for Christmas. Will use it for the first time next week. Thanks for all the helpful info..

[@mpoisot]

I have almost the exact same unit, but co-branded with Emeril, and mine has digital temp control instead of a knob (but still only goes up to 374f). I just wanted to point out that a neat feature of the automatical filtration is you don't have to wait for it to cool down. There's a temperature controlled mechanism that prevents the oil from draining until it cools enough. So you can just fry, turn it off, flip the switch to FILTER, and clean the machine in the morning.

[@crowcrow1032]

Hey ! enjoyed your humour - reminded me of when my Dad used to wash-up and Mum used to yell at him the water dam authority had just phoned to say the municipal dam levels were lowering at an alarming rate - of course he just increased the flow of water he was using every time he heard Mum yell this !

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Awesome! Great story and I'm sure many happy memories. It's amazing the damage my wife thinks I have done to an ENTIRE PLANET with a few paper towels and some tap water! :)

[@thuthiehiker]

Great demo. Thank you.

[@jamiegarrington9166]

Just bought this deep fryer. can't wait to try your fries, Uncle Scott!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Awesome! Post back and say how it goes if you have time.

[@jamiegarrington9166]

@@UncleScottsKitchen They were unreal, Uncle Scott! Thanks for sharing this

[@codykonior]

Thanks for this review man. I can see you really care about this stuff, which gives me confidence to buy one!

[@globalgypsy4007]

I’ve made my decision. I’m getting one. Excellent presentation and funny too!!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks Allen and/or Lisa!

[@jimshen0308]

Thanks to your videos, I finally pulled the trigger on a set of carbon steel pans and a wok

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

I don't have a wok... what kind did you get? Do you have to season it?

[@jimshen0308]

@@UncleScottsKitchen Mauviel's carbon steel wok, which is seasoned like any carbon steel cookwares

[@godisgood2011able]

My husband bought me one on Christmas, it was a good thing i ever had! Love your vids too! Ya funny as well lol

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks!!

[@le4848]

Wow, this was like a bonus video. A great review of the fryer and instructions on how to make great fries. Cheers..

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks for the compliments!

[@brendaraudebaugh6246]

Thank you, now I want buy one. Love your video.

[@stephenbile3932]

I just purchased a similar fryer and that was a great tip that you gave and your video pertaining to cooking on the stove under I stole for as opposed to cooking on the counter. You on point Sur...

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks for the kind compiliments!

[@yvonnemanisha9267]

Thank you so much this was so helpful. I bought one yesterday and I’m going to make fries today 😊

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Awesome! Did you make the fries? How'd they turn out?

[@larry-of2pk]

where did you purchase?

[@DeansWill]

Thanks uncle Scott for this video.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

You are welcome!

[@chilli_lover7181]

Lol so glad I found your video, awesome sense of humor as well. All in all a great review of the fryer.

[@NovaSupernova]

Great video. I just bought one and lost the instructions. This was perfect. Thank you.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks! Glad it helped.

[@steveknights]

Thanks Uncle Scott! Great video. I bought one of these second hand with no manual. Your video was all I needed to learn how to use this bad boy deep fryer! Happy International Poutine Day!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

I think we need Poutine Month!

[@henry8333]

That was an excellent well thought-out review. I'm very impressed. The review was so good I'm in the market for a fryer I think I'll buy that one.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Really glad that it helped and thank you for the compliments!

[@redwhitentrue]

@@UncleScottsKitchen Love the video, Thanks. Would you please give me the dimensions of the basket (handle not included)? I can't find an open model anywhere in my town. Also, so glad I found your channel and Subbed! Great work.

[@robinwagner7206]

@@redwhitentrue My spouse bought the T-fal FR8000 and never opened the box. I'm now handling her estate :-( and looking for a buyer. She paid $96.78 for the unit. Would you consider making me an offer? www.amazon.com/FR8000-Basket-Filtration-Pounds-Silver/dp/B00NQ7QFGM.

[@ChrisBrown-iv2qy]

Nice, I like your vids and this one helped me decide on buying this deep fryer ! Thanks and keep the cooking vids coming.

[@georgeshepherd3965]

Great video, interested in this fryer and usually research the product more than once but your video is all I need. Thanks again, I've subscribed and greetings from Scotland.....

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks for the compliments! I hope all is well in Scotland. I've been doing my part to support the Speyside whiskey economy.

[@stephenbile3932]

You're welcome. What you said was very important. I know that I will definitely be doing that. I have an all white kitchen

[@a.rjohnson4257]

I've had one of these units for over I think 8 years now. Temperature controller is different but everything else is the same. Totally love it. Note! The quality of your fried up food does depend on the quality of the oil you use.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Excellent advice on the oil. I have been using peanut but I might branch out some. What do you use?

[@nicolemcintosh4882]

so I soak em to drain the starch and then put some starch back in to fry them..... I love it.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Seems crazy, doesn't it! I think the soak get starch out of the middle, which is a slow process, then you add a little back right at the end to get some on the outer surface. At least that's what they tell me.

[@gracemayell3664]

Thank you for the helpful and funny video!

[@lolzlolz102]

I'd recommend giving the oil pan a once over with a paper towel before washing it in the sink or dishwasher.

[@mike_martin0920]

Great video! Thinking about this purchase and your video was helpful! Subscribed!

[@brutusthebulldog515]

Just bought mine today at goodwill for $20 brand new

[@centralbears3010]

Best Presentation skills. Simple to the point. I just bought the frier. best FN fries on the planet coming right up.

[@johnhollis7290]

Great video presentation in all aspects !!! Especially the How To-with Home Fries... Thanks, 😁

[@johnhollis7290]

Oh-yeah, you sold me on the T-Fal Fryer. (and your overall tips on making home fries)

[@Youneak]

Definitely asking Santa for this! Thanks for this awesome video!!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks!

[@petebailey1652]

Thanks from the UK my friend, just thought id check how to use my fryer that came today , now im happy to crack on 👍.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Post back after you fry some stuff and say how it goes if you have time!

[@andremachadomonte]

Very nice video! Thank you!

[@thesaltytrucker]

Awesome video! It was just what I needed to know!!! I love the oil storage container! I live and drive a semi truck so the added benefit of storing the oil on board saves a ton of steps!!! Thanks and great job! By the way Utah girl here! Love me some fry sauce!

[@whereTheDooDoo-is]

Very nice video! I'm loving the live studio audience too!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

They line up for tickets weeks in advance! ;)

[@QueTrinh0801]

Wow . I been looking for a deep fry for a long time and i think i found 1 now .

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

It makes great fried food.

[@robinwagner7206]

My spouse bought the T-fal FR8000 and never opened the box. I'm now handling her estate :-( and looking for a buyer. She paid $96.78 for the unit. Would you consider making me an offer? www.amazon.com/FR8000-Basket-Filtration-Pounds-Silver/dp/B00NQ7QFGM.

[@erikellis1418]

Very timely! I've never used a fryer before, and I just bought this one. Thx!👍

[@FiresKitchen]

Helpful video 👍 fryer looks awesome 👍

[@lreidiii]

We just bought one of these about a month ago and have used it three times so far. We found that, after cooking, you can immediately put it on the drain setting, and the oil will not drain until the oil cools down - usually 1-2 hours after cooking. The unit can be unplugged during the cooling process. We reused the oil three times before discarding it.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

I did not know that. I have always let mine cool, then switched the lever over to drain. Now I want to know how does it know not to drain?

[@STEVEWONDA1976]

@@UncleScottsKitchen Drain Brain. Duh!

[@2Timone7]

I'm researching a fryer and wanted to get one for about $40, no more. But you've got me sold on this one. I really like the built in filtering system. To me that is worth paying about a ton for this one.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Yep... the filter just makes it so much easier to store the oil and make less clutter in your kitchen/pantry.

[@robinwagner7206]

My spouse bought the T-fal FR8000 and never opened the box. I'm now handling her estate :-( and looking for a buyer. She paid $96.78 for the unit. Would you consider making me an offer? www.amazon.com/FR8000-Basket-Filtration-Pounds-Silver/dp/B00NQ7QFGM.

[@E_mailMeLater]

I enjoyed watching this! I laughed so hard.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks!!! The other day my wife said I am "slightly ridiculous" and my question back is "slightly?!?!" :)

[@GregB314]

I am very tempted to get one of these Scott, and your video was helpful. My doctor has also urged me to eat more fried food (as with you, that was my understanding too) so why not. Subscribed. Looking forward to seeing what else you do.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Gracias! I grew up in the South... first rule of cooking was "if you can grow it, you can fry it." :) More videos on the way...

[@robinwagner7206]

My spouse bought the T-fal FR8000 and never opened the box. I'm now handling her estate :-( and looking for a buyer. She paid $96.78 for the unit. Would you consider making me an offer? www.amazon.com/FR8000-Basket-Filtration-Pounds-Silver/dp/B00NQ7QFGM.

[@itsHeyoka]

Very Good Review I just made my Choice of buying this one!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks Heyoka! Post back and say how it goes if you cook something delicious!

[@MrSector9]

watched this one video and bought the same deep fryer before it was over. TFAL owes you money.

[@coplock6689]

great video, thanks

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks, Cop!

[@clenilma100]

I like that I can "fry" something on a whim! An oil fryer takes so much more time to clean and prepare kzbin.infoUgkxD4Qeo-HRLxMfom_PDinM_SBfes00qJsB a chore which usually kept me from frying all together. Also, the lack of needing oil to fry means that my family and I are eating healthier... while still enjoying the crispiness of fried foods.

[@momothemilkman]

Informative and funny! Nice work!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thanks, Momo!

[@PoemsRunAground]

I wanted this fryer cause of the storage seems easy but it stores it in plastic and that makes me a bit nervous since high heat plus plastic is usually bad. Thanks for the review, those fries look awesome.

[@paulgillbanks2111]

Excellent video

[@anthonyrosa5006]

I had the previous version of this frier lacking the oil filter and storage. This is a big improvement as draining and cleaning the oil was a pain. My other point was that it felt like it lacked capacity. I ended up chucking it for frying in the dutch oven since it felt like it could only cook fries for one and even less fried chicken. Fried chicken batter would foul up the oil with batter bits and coat the basket. For me it was easier to make Korean Fried Chicken(yum!) in a dutch oven on an electric stove since they use a thermostat and seem to maintain oil temps better (than gas, one of the few positives of electric stoves) by having a vessel that retains heat energy and a larger capacity of oil so the oil temps dont drop as badly when food in put in. Regardless I like your show. Another guy who loves food and cooking, my kind of guy.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

All good comments. I think on gas, the temp just keeps going up and up so you have to keep an eye on it and adjust. I used to cook fries in my dutch oven on gas, but I had some trouble with the oil overflowing once the fries got in it, so the dedicated fryer kind of keeps me out of trouble. Thanks for watching the show!

[@cihantosun3837]

Thank you -from Korea

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thank you from America! 고맙습니다 gomabseubnida 좋은 하루 보내세요 joh-eun halu bonaeseyo I hope Google Translate did that well!

[@wiltonthorsteinson6714]

excellent description

[@johncrumpley8702]

Great Video review and recipe. I just subscribed. On a lighter note... You stole my thunder. I thought I was the only person in the world that claimed to be using nine thousand towels, when in fact there were exactly 8964 of 'em. LOL (My favorite number is forty-seven million.) Keep up the good content. Thanks!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Ha! A fellow paper towel junkee is always a welcome sight around here.

[@lhommedieu]

Thanks for your video. I love my T-Fal EZ Clean Fryer. One question: I like to blanch my pomme frites at 280 F. They are thinner than steak fries, so I guess a lower temperature makes sense for blanching. Where would this be on the temperature marker? On the widest part of the white half-circle, just below the 302F mark? I guess I can always use a deep fryer thermometer to find out, lol.

[@Andres-wh3cz]

I have this same fryer and modified it by taking of the dial cover and turning the internal dial so that the temperature would reach up to 400 degrees at the upper limit.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Holy cow! I am not astute enough with tool to try that. Be careful you don't start a grease fire!

[@CaptainGameEngine]

Fantastic video. U got a new subscriber

[@yolitawallace3488]

New Subscriber, Great review! Explained everything so well, I will be purchasing one, thank you in advance!

[@cherylmoore747]

Thanks re hint on cornstarch. I usually parboil the fries (in the uk it’s chips) then you don’t need to fry them twice. I’ll try the cornstarch.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

How long do you parboil? If you have time post your recipe... always looking for a better fry/chip!

[@cherylmoore747]

Parboil with salted water for 5 mins until slight soft but potatoes still have there shape. Drain water and pat dry. When dry fry in hot oil. The exterior of the potato will be crisp and the inside fluffy.

[@sullyc8524]

THANK YOU!

[@kippaseo8027]

I use my kitchenaid spy relizer attachment on my steam mixer and fry the curls is the curls in peanut oil. OMFG it's soo F'n Good! Sometimes I just make that my meal

[@tombargeloh3467]

Excellent video!

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thank you, Tom!

[@janianlim3822]

Hello. Do you have the link for the cookie tray? Thanks!

[@cameronlasswell537]

Any other things you like frying in this machine? Very well done and informative video :)

[@grantgames4637]

Does the filter ever need to be replaced? And does it filter the oil well?

[@trentstuckey8971]

It seems to filter fairly well. I think they want you to change the oil every 10 uses or so. I’d just change as needed when the oil looks or smells bad. I didn’t see where it says the filter needs to be changed. The filter is attached to the bottom of the bowl so it will go in the dishwasher. There is another filter in the oil bin that will be cleaned when you wash that after throwing out your oil!

[@johannegervais7676]

Thank you It's perfect explications

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

Thank you, Johanne!

[@miladasyerik6345]

Love it.

[@knightowl5729]

Thank you

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

You are welcome, sir.

[@matthewthomasson8392]

Great video!! Just tried your fries the other night, Fantastic!! I'm seriously considering buying this fryer. I know i'm late commenting on this video (sorry) but would you still recommend it? Thank's again for the detailed review and recipe.

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

For me personally, for making fries at home I would def get the machine again.

[@robbinedick9930]

We have pig lard. It solidifies. Can it be used for the fries? Maybe after filtering pour it into a different container to store? It's not going to pour our of the storage container.

[@Powerfade54]

Should you take the storage container out and store it in the refrigerator, or is it okay to leave it in the unit and store in the pantry? Also, how many uses do you get out of your oil before you change it out. One last thing, are the temps true?

[@UncleScottsKitchen]

I just leave my oil storage container in the unit. I don't put it in the fridge. I guess you could but most people probably don't store other oil in the fridge, so not sure that it would help the frying oil all that much. I have not had any trouble storing it in the unit. I think storing it in the pantry is fine. T-Fal says change the oil at minimum after every 10 uses. If all you do is fries or tots, that should be fine, but if you mix foods (like chicken, fish, onion rings, etc.), that is going to impart flavors to the oil and you should change more often. I wouldn't cook onion rings and then use the same oil for donuts! I have found that each time I fry, a little oil goes away with the food, so I end up topping up the oil pretty regularly as well. As far as temps, I didn't independently check them, but I have not had any trouble cooking, so I guess they are fine. Thanks for the comments!