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Reusing deep fryer oil

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  • ragz_2
    ragz_2 Posts: 3,254 Forumite
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    I think something bad happens to the chains of fatty acids in oils when they are heated over and over to high temperatures...

    Saturated fats are more stable, I think. So yes, animal fat like lard or dripping would be safer and no they aren't unhealthy, the saturated fat myth is being largely debunked now.

    Personally, I have been toying with the idea of a fryer for years but as I can't really justify the cost in oil/fat I just oven bake home chips.
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  • peachyprice
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    I wouldn't have one in the house because I enjoy real chips too much, I'd make them far too often.
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