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There are several factors to consider when choosing which Electric Deep Fryer to purchase. What types of food are you looking to cook in your fryer? Do you need a large fryer or a compact unit that will fit on your counter? How important is speed and cooking temperature? Is easy cleanup important?

Small compact Electric Deep Fryer units are useful for frying smaller foods such as vegetables, chicken wings, and French fries. A fryer with a fast recovery temperature time will provide a more even cooking temperature and result in more evenly cooked food as well as shorter cooking times. You’ll also want to look for a unit with a filtration system and a cover or deep well so oil doesn’t splatter everywhere each time you use your Electric Deep Fryer.

If you are not used to frying food, you will also want to get a fryer with a timer and adjustable thermostat. This will easily keep your food and oil from burning and possibly causing a kitchen fire. If you want to be able to cook two different foods with different cook times simultaneously, get an Electric Deep Fryer with two baskets.

You’ll also want to look for an Electric Deep Fryer that claims they have a “safe to touch exterior”. This means that the surface of the unit won’t get burning hot when it is used. This is an extremely important feature if you have counter tops that could melt, limited counter/kitchen space, or have children in the house.

I think that for the right balance of safety, price, and features, these electric deep fryers are the best overall performers.