They have a unique taste that is not matched by other methods of cooking.

Can you deep fry foods at home?

Of course - I'll show you how in this cookbook.

Deep frying utilizes hot oil (fat) in which you will submerge foods to be cooked. You can use a deep fryer to do the job, or a Dutch oven or large pan or pot. You'll be happy to know that deep-fried foods typically cook very swiftly, since the oil is very hot, and it conducts heat quite well.

Deep frying with the foods used today was not practiced till the 19th century. However, the actual method has been used for many, many years. The earliest records have suggested that deep-frying began in Europe, before being adopted by other countries.

Deep frying meals, snacks, appetizers, and desserts are popular all over the world. It accounts for a disproportionate number of high-calorie favorites, since the practice does use a significant amount of oil. It's not health food, for sure, but it's fun to make once in a while.

The culture of deep-frying is especially present in the UK and the southern US. Bring deep-frying into your home, for some truly unique tastes. Read on, let's deep fry!