A candy thermometer is perfect for deep frying — another notoriously fickle task in a home kitchen. Even shallow or pan frying can be made easier with the inclusion of a candy thermometer. Knowing the exact temperature takes the guesswork out of frying, jam-making, or sugar work.
Longer Probes and A Magnetic Display Made Temping Meat Easier
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While all of the probes were long enough to take a reading from the thick roast, we appreciated the longer probes, which gave you more depth to plumb. The useable length of the probes in our test ranged from six to about three-and-a-half inches, and our winners all have probes that measure five inches or longer, which provides the best access to large cuts of meat and deep pots.
If you have a wall oven (or refrigerator near the range), a magnetic display is helpful to keep the readout at eye level. Most of the LCD displays on these thermometers are on the dim side to preserve battery life, though some brighten for a few seconds when you start pressing buttons or hit the backlight option.
How accurate are leave-in probe thermometers?
Our favorite leave-in probe thermometer, from ThermoWorks, is incredibly accurate and precise. During our immersion circulator test, we found that this ChefAlarm fluctuated by just .1°F off the set target temperature.
Food Thermometers: Candy-Frying Thermometers
FAQ
What type of thermometer is best for oil?
What is the best thermometer for deep frying chicken?
Can I use a candy thermometer for frying?
Can you check oil temp with candy thermometer?
How do you use a digital thermometer for deep frying?
Using a digital thermometer for deep frying is easy. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Preheat your oil: Preheat your oil to the desired temperature before cooking. For deep frying, the temperature should be between 350°F and 375°F.
Why should you use a deep frying thermometer?
Using a deep-frying thermometer will help us keep an eye on the temperature. To ensure even cooking and crispiness, fry in small batches. This helps maintain the oil temperature and provides enough space for each piece of food to cook evenly.
What kind of thermometer do you need for deep frying?
This two-pack of deep-fry thermometers features top-reading analog displays and 15-inch probes, which is essential for deep frying bigger foods like turkeys. These thermometers are made from stainless steel, and each one comes with a pot clip to keep it in place, so you can deep fry in multiple pots at the same time.
What is the difference between a candy thermometer and a deep frying thermometer?
Continue to 3 of 5 below. Candy and deep-frying thermometers are made of glass and are used for measuring much hotter temperatures. Whereas meat and poultry might be cooked anywhere from 130 F to 175 F, candy involves cooking sugar as high as 300 F, and deep-frying requires oil to be 375 F and hotter.