I have a built in deep fryer outside. Is it safe to leave oil in it

I have a commercial grade built in deep fryer that I put in my outdoor kitchen. I have been using it for awhile now and I just leave the oil in the fryer and put a stainless steel cover on it. The oil looks to be in good shape not dark or anything and the food taste good. The oil doesn’t smell or anything like that. I will use the fryer once a week and change the oil every 2-3 months. Is this a safe and healthy way of storing the oil? Draining the oil after every use is not ideal as there is a lot of it. Would like anyone’s input if possible. Thanks

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Best Answer

Assuming that your fryer is protected from the elements, the safety issues for an outdoor fryer are the same as for an indoor one. Fryer oil can be used over and over again. It absolutely does not need to be to be changed every use. Restaurants that use fryers a lot will filter the oil on a daily or near daily basis, but even oil that gets used a lot doesn't get changed daily. Changing the oil is not a matter of safety. While there is some minor long-term health risk associated with eating oil that is past its peak quality, it's not an immediate food safety issue. Since you use your fryer only about once a week, it should be fine for three months perhaps filtering it two or three times. Even the filtering is for quality purposes only, pathogens cannot survive in fryer oil.

The bottom line is that oil that still tastes good is fine to use.

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Quick Answer about "I have a built in deep fryer outside. Is it safe to leave oil in it"

Can I Leave Oil in My Deep Fryer? While it is best to store oil outside of your fryer when it is not in use for long periods of time, you can leave oil in your deep fryer for short periods. That being said, it is important to first filter the oil to ensure that any food debris does not spoil while in the fryer.

Is it safe to leave oil in a deep fryer?

Can you leave the oil in your deep fryer? Yes, you can leave the oil in your deep fryer, but only for a short while. Storing oil in the deep fryer can cause it to deteriorate. It's better to remove the oil from the deep fryer and store it in an airtight container to extend its usability.

Does oil in a deep fryer need to be refrigerated?

Why? Though an absence of light is important, very cold temperatures are most effective at slowing oxidation and the production of peroxides, which are the source of rancid oil's unpleasant taste and smell. That's why storing oil in the super-cold, dark freezer is your best bet for keeping it fresh.

Where should deep fat fryer be stored?

Store it in a cool, dark place i.e away from the ovens or the tops of fridges. Storeroom shelves are fine for this, with the added benefit that they help to avoid any kitchen staff tripping over it and slipping in the oil. Frymax Tip \u2013 Frying oil takes on the taste of whatever it's used to cook.

How long can you keep oil in a deep fat fryer?

If there is even a hint of rancidity or anything "off," it's time to toss it out. Regardless of the amount of care you're putting in here, you shouldn't use oil that's more than 1-2 months old.

Deep fryer safety 101: What to do AND what not to do!

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