How to Use deep-fry in a Sentence

deep-fry

verb
Definition of deep-frynext
  • The version at the state fair, which costs $24, is deep-fried and the size of a salami.
    — Ella Quittner, New York Times, 14 Oct. 2023
  • Lazic loves to deep-fry the sausages briefly to crisp up the casing.
    — Nick Kindelsperger, Chicago Tribune, 12 Sep. 2023
  • Into a large pot or wok fitted with a deep-fry thermometer, pour the oil to a depth of 1 inch.
    — Clarissa Wei, Saveur, 30 Nov. 2023
  • Invented by Ore-Ida in the 1950s, Tater Tots are deep-fried and contain lots of fat, salt and calories.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 8 Apr. 2023
  • Into a large wok or pot fitted with a deep-fry thermometer, add 4 cups of the oil and turn the heat to medium-high.
    — Jing Gao, Saveur, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Egg roll dough is a little thicker than spring rolls, and the entire roll is deep-fried after it's filled and wrapped.
    — Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Step 6 Into a large pot or wok fitted with a deep-fry thermometer, pour the oil to a depth of 2 inches.
    — Saveur Editors, Saveur, 25 Jan. 2024
  • Step 2 Into a large heavy pot fitted with a deep-fry thermometer, pour the oil to a depth of 2 inches and turn the heat to medium-high.
    — Saveur Editors, Saveur, 26 Oct. 2023
  • And even the nuggets plucked out of the restaurant freezer, deep-fried, and sold to tourists at a considerable mark-up, are pretty good, too.
    — Will Brantley, Field & Stream, 9 Aug. 2023
  • Pig parts are mixed with brown polenta, parmesan and clove, rolled into rounds and deep-fried.
    — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
  • The fish is deep-fried and then absolutely smothered in a tangle of diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños and more, cooked down into a loose sauce.
    — Tim Carman, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2023
  • Hush puppies, a Southern classic made by deep-frying a cornmeal batter gets a seafood makeover.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2023
  • The coconut shrimp isn’t the pounded flat, battered and deep-fried variety found in many Polynesian restaurants.
    — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2023
  • In a heavy, large pot or deep fryer, heat at least 3 inches of oil until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees.
    — Yewande Komolafe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024
  • Really, the only way to know for sure a gator is good and dead is after he’s rendered into nuggets and served deep-fried with Cajun seasoning and a nice remoulade sauce.
    — Will Brantley, Field & Stream, 1 June 2023
  • Ramasoot marinates her pork with soy sauce and then dunks it into a wet batter before deep-frying it.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2023
  • Housemade queso uses Colby Jack cheese, heavy cream and butter instead of Velveeta, meat is never frozen and fries get deep-fried twice to come out extra crispy without losing their fluffy center.
    — Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 30 Jan. 2024
  • Tavern has been an integral part of Grand Avenue, serving walleye in a multitude of ways — from classically grilled, blackened or deep-fried to inside tacos, on top of fettuccine alfredo, in spring rolls and even for breakfast.
    — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2024
  • Fry chicken pieces: Pour 2-inches of oil in a large skillet over medium-high; heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350°F, adjusting heat as needed to maintain temperature.
    — Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2023
  • Plenty of chains have tested out semi-automated cooking, with mixed success—including deep-frying robots at Jack in the Box and robotic bowl assembly at Sweetgreen and Chipotle.
    — Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 18 Apr. 2024
  • The baked or deep-fried cod dinner ($16) includes a choice of french fries, baked potato or potato pancakes, applesauce, coleslaw, rye bread, dessert, and tartar sauce by Jack Pandl's restaurant.
    — Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2024

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