Fry

usgb/fraɪ/
verb

To cook food in hot oil or fat.

She decided to fry the chicken for dinner.
Visual representation of "fry" - To cook food in hot oil or fat

Often appears as...

  • fry the chicken
  • fry the potatoes
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Heat sensitivity

Frying requires high heat, which can quickly overcook food if not watched carefully.

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Keep an eye on the fries, they can burn if left to fry too long.
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Cooking method

'Fry' often implies cooking with oil versus other methods like baking or boiling.

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For a crispy texture, you should fry the potatoes instead of boiling them.
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Casual cooking

Frying is a common cooking method in casual and home settings rather than formal cuisine.

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Mom's going to fry some eggs for breakfast.
Visual representation of the word "Fry"

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