Nearly half of Americans seek out fried food regularly. The demand exists because fried foods are so tasty and because many consumers view them as comfort foods. For operators, that demand translates to profit potential.
Selecting the best fryer to meet these demands is important, and it can be overwhelming. To help make it easier, our partners at Pitco have created the ultimate resource to help operators select the right unit that will lead to the best fryer selection. A free, easy-to-use digital tool, the Pitco Fryer Selector provides tailored recommendations and comprehensive solutions within a few keystrokes.
Indulging in a plate of perfectly fried food is the perfect sensory delight for millions of people. The joy in eating fried foods like tater tots as a child or enjoying chicken wings on game day as an adult comes from the crispy textured exterior and a juicy, soft interior. This culinary combination excites the senses and satisfies palates in ways few other foods can.
Golden-brown, impeccably crunchy-looking dishes like fish and chips or chicken-fried steak are visually alluring and set the stage for repeat orders. The tenderness of the interior of the fried food, be it succulent chicken, flaky fish, or a perfectly cooked potato, is the ideal complement to its crispiness. This duality of food textures keeps diners' palates engaged and excited. But it's not just about touch and sight. The sound of each crunchy bite adds yet another layer of dining pleasure. The subtle yet unmistakable sound amplifies every sight, sound, and smell, creating a multisensory dining experience.
In addition to mouth-watering texture, fried food’s crispy exterior offers a canvas of tastes through seasonings, marinades, and batters, all concentrated and intensified through frying. When a bold and savory surface meets the tender and delicate interior, a harmonious balance of flavors delights the taste buds.
In many ways, a commercial fryer is a commercial kitchen's magician, transforming ordinary ingredients into extraordinary dishes. It's like having a secret weapon for chefs in the food industry. Here's why a commercial fryer is vital for cooking everything from appetizers to main dishes and even desserts:
Crispy Perfection
A commercial fryer can make food irresistibly crispy on the outside while keeping it tender. Think of perfectly golden fried Oreo cookies, crunchy chicken tenders, or crispy potato skins.
Speedy Cooking
When time is of the essence, a commercial fryer is your best friend. It cooks food quickly, which means you can serve hungry customers faster.
Versatility
Use fryers for appetizers like mozzarella sticks and jalapeño poppers. Then, quickly switch gears and fry main dishes like chicken parmesan or sweet potato tempura. Commercial chefs can even whip up mouthwatering desserts like churros and deep-fried ice cream.
Consistency
Commercial fryers are ideal for serving customers’ favorite meals the same way every time. Fryers repeatedly do the same depending on settings, so any kitchen team member can prepare the fried dish without compromising the consistency that repeat visitors expect.
Craving Comfort Foods
Fried foods are just plain satisfying. Whether it's a comfort food like french fries or a sweet treat like funnel cake, a fryer knows how to hit the spot.
Creativity
Chefs can use their culinary talents to experiment with different batters, coatings, and seasonings to offer unique menu items and bring in new customers.
Whether it's a casual dining establishment, upscale restaurant, school, or healthcare facility, each foodservice team has distinct needs. Choosing the ideal commercial fryer is seamless when partnering with Heartland Reps’ fry experts and using Pitco's one-of-a-kind fryer selector. The tool’s innovative design is perfect for helping all commercial kitchens, allowing operators to enter specific information about the kitchen’s footprint and volume numbers. With online access to the Pitco Fryer Selector Tool, foodservice operators can confidently evaluate different models and select a fryer that meets specified production needs.