Best Deep Fryers for Homemade Chips
Last checked 27 October 2026A thermostat-controlled fryer keeps the oil at the 180°C (350°F) that chip recipes call for.
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Classic chip recipes fry thin slices in small batches at around 180 °C (350 °F). That is the temperature in Food52’s homemade potato chip recipe and BBC Good Food’s deep-fried matchstick chips. An electric deep fryer with a thermostat makes that easier to hold than a pan on the hob. Below are five widely sold fryers. We don’t quote capacities or prices, which differ by model and region.
Deep Fryers to Consider
- T-fal Ultimate EZ Clean Deep Fryer
Known for its built-in oil filtration and storage system, which drains and stores the oil after frying. Check the listing for the current model.
- Presto FryDaddy Electric Deep Fryer
A long-running, simple, compact fryer. Look at the current listing for its temperature control, which is more basic than on larger fryers.
- Cuisinart Deep Fryer
A stainless-steel countertop fryer from a major kitchen brand.
- Hamilton Beach Professional-Style Deep Fryer
A basket fryer with an adjustable temperature dial. Hamilton Beach sells several sizes.
Find Hamilton Beach Professional-Style Deep Fryer on Amazon →
- Breville Smart Fryer
A higher-end fryer from Breville; compare it with the others if you fry often.
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Frying Safety
- Dry the slices thoroughly. BBC Food warns that hot oil will spit unless the potatoes are as dry as possible.
- Fry in small batches so the chips don’t stick together (Food52), and never leave hot oil unattended (BBC Good Food).
- Prefer less oil? See our air fryer guide.
FAQs
What temperature should I fry homemade chips at?
Around 180 °C (350 °F). That is the frying temperature in Food52’s homemade potato chip recipe and in BBC Good Food’s deep-fried matchstick chips.
How long do thin crisps take to fry?
Very little time. Food52 says a minute or two, until the bubbling calms, and BBC Food warns that very thin slices can cook in 10 to 15 seconds, so watch them closely.
Do I need a deep fryer?
No. A heavy pan and a thermometer work, but a thermostat-controlled fryer holds the temperature more easily. An air fryer is a lower-oil alternative.
Sources
Checked on 27 October 2026: food52.com/recipes/18123-homemade-potato-chips, www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/matchstick-chips, www.bbc.co.uk/food/crisps
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