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Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Sat Oct 15, 2016 3:28 pm
by OldUsedParts
I went to the annual fish fry for our subdivision today and, AS USUAL, the fish was Fantastic. These folks have catered it ever since we moved here in 2012 and every year it has been very very good (aka Larapin) :tup: Got brave enough to ask the folks what temp they fried their fish at and they gladly said between 350 and 375. After a bit I tried my luck again and asked if they used Peanut Oil. She told me that they use a product called Fry Oil that they get at Sam's. Well, right before I left I sawnder'd over, dropped some money in the tip jar and asked if they would give me their batter recipe :dont: She just smiled but said nothing so I left while I still could. :laughing7: :D :lol: However, I am good friends with their Daughter and Son in Law so I ain't giving up just yet. :laughing7:

Bump: I'm thinking this is what they use and I'm getting me some. She did mention that it was part soy and peanut oils and could stand long hot cooks at high temps.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/23-1LB-3GAL- ... =sem#about

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Sat Oct 15, 2016 8:54 pm
by Okie Sawbones
I use only 100% peanut oil. The smoking point is 450F, so fish, french fries, etc. are safe since I cook at 350F.

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Sun Oct 16, 2016 6:34 am
by OldUsedParts
No doubt that pure P.O. is the best :tup: and I'm thinking the reason they use the Fry Oil is because of cost since they cater and use a lot.

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Sun Nov 27, 2016 8:28 pm
by Pivo and Kolache
I'm partial to lard myself

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Mon Nov 28, 2016 1:30 am
by Russ
I use dripping aka lard as well for fried eggs on fried bread, I know not too healthy, but food I grew up with. Once every 3 months is ok. My deep frier I use plain ol vegetable oil.

Never had a complaint on my twice fried chips, just more please. My chicken croquettes cooked in oil are the best ever.

Russ

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Mon Nov 28, 2016 7:28 am
by RonH
Pivo and Kolache wrote:I'm partial to lard myself


How much lard does it take to make a gallon?

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Mon Nov 28, 2016 8:04 am
by OldUsedParts
Since these folks "Cater" for very large events, I'm sure that Crisco or Lard would not work for them. :dont:

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2016 9:19 pm
by Pivo and Kolache
RonH wrote:
Pivo and Kolache wrote:I'm partial to lard myself


How much lard does it take to make a gallon?


Maaaan I'm not sure. It comes in an 8 pound bucket, I just spoon it into my Dutch oven until I'm satisfied with the amount.

OldUsedParts wrote:Since these folks "Cater" for very large events, I'm sure that Crisco or Lard would not work for them. :dont:


I suppose not. It is available in commerical quantities, but likely cost prohibitive......

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2016 6:48 am
by RonH
Ok thanks

Re: Clearwater Annual Fish Fry

Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2016 11:56 am
by ChileFarmer
http://www.ruralking.com/wildlife-seaso ... allon.html

OUP, might check out this site. 3 gallons for $20.00 CF :D