Philips HD6161 Deep Fat Fryer No doubt about it, this fryer is big. With an oil capacity of over 3 litres it is ideally suited for large families or anyone who plans on frying a large amount of food. If you don't mind the oil expense this fryer can produce surprisingly high quality results. A large volume of oil relative to the food helps make things crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The HD6161 comes with simple digital controls consisting of a thermostat and timer. You can set the oil temperature from 160° to 190° and the timer up to 99 minutes. The timer makes an audible sound but does NOT turn off the heating element automatically. Unlike most other stainless steel fryers the HD6161 allows you to raise and lower the basket with the lid in place - a great safety feature, especially if you have small children. The lid includes a built-in odour filter and the basket handle folds away when not in use. The oil chamber has a wide, shallow design so the oil level is not very deep, even when filled to the maximum. Consequently, large food items may not completely submerge in the oil. In these situations you may have to flip the item over to make sure it is cooked evenly or cut it into smaller pieces. The basket is large enough to accomodate about 2 Kgs. The HD6161 has no built-in oil cleaning capability so make sure you have a suitable filter, funnel and large air-tight container to store the used oil. The fryer disassembles easily and everything except the heating element is dishwasher proof, so clean up is pretty straightforward. Pros:
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The Philips HD6161 stainless steel deep fat fryer can handle large serving sizes and is quick and easy to operate. The sleek design and practical features should make it a popular choice for any modern kitchen decor. Useful Links: Philips HD6161 Web Site Philips HD6161 Instruction Manual Tags: deep fat fryer, Philips, Philips HD6161, stainless steel deep fat fryer, |
