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Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups

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Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups

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Is the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups worth it?

Yes, for the right buyer. The Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups ranks #2 in our Best Deep Fryers Under $50 list. Its biggest strength: fry with the lid closed to reduce splatter. The main caveat: 2-liter capacity suits small batches.

Overview

What the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups does well

A compact 2-liter fryer with a lidded viewing window and removable enamel-coated oil tank.

The trade-offs

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Fry with the lid closed to reduce splatter
  • Removable oil tank, lid and heating element for cleaning
  • Adjustable temperature and ready light
  • Cool-touch sides

Cons

  • 2-liter capacity suits small batches
  • No oil filtration system
  • Oil must be drained by hand
Fit check

Should you buy the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer?

Buy it if you're…

  • Shopping for budgets under $50

Think twice if this matters to you

  • 2-liter capacity suits small batches
  • No oil filtration system
  • Oil must be drained by hand
Where it ranks

Featured in 1 best-of list

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Best Deep Fryers Under $50#2 / 3
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Buying advice: deep fryers

  1. Small fryers use around 1 to 2 liters of oil and suit one or two people. Family-size models hold 3 to 4 liters and fry larger batches without crowding.
  2. An adjustable thermostat up to about 375°F covers most recipes. Higher wattage helps the oil recover heat faster between batches.
  3. Built-in filtration drains and stores oil in a sealed container, which makes reusing oil cleaner and easier.
  4. Removable, dishwasher-safe baskets, lids and oil tanks make a messy job manageable.
  5. Look for a breakaway magnetic cord, cool-touch sides and a lid with a viewing window. Never leave hot oil unattended.

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Answers

Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups: common questions

Is the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups worth buying?

Yes, for the right buyer. The Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups ranks #2 in our Best Deep Fryers Under $50 list. Its biggest strength: fry with the lid closed to reduce splatter. The main caveat: 2-liter capacity suits small batches.

Who is the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups best for?

Based on our research it suits budgets under $50. It's ranked #2 of 3 in our Best Deep Fryers Under $50 list.

What are the downsides of the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups?

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: 2-liter capacity suits small batches; no oil filtration system; oil must be drained by hand.

What are the best alternatives to the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups?

Worth comparing: Presto Dual Daddy Electric Deep Fryer and T-fal EZ Clean Compact Deep Fryer, 1.8 L. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

Where can I buy the Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer, 8 Cups?

It's sold on Amazon. Prices and stock change often, so check the current listing before you buy, our link takes you straight to it.

What oil temperature is best for french fries?

Restaurant-style fries use a two-stage fry: a first pass at around 325°F to cook the potato through, then a second pass at 375°F to 400°F for the crisp exterior. Home fryers that hold temperature well across both stages, like the Hamilton Beach 35036 or Cuisinart CDF-200P1 with their 1800W elements, produce noticeably crisper results than lower-wattage models on the second fry.

Why do my homemade fries come out soggy instead of crispy?

Soggy fries are almost always a temperature problem. Overcrowding the basket drops the oil temperature too far to crisp properly, and skipping the double-fry technique leaves too much moisture in the potato. Fry in smaller batches, let the oil fully recover between batches, and do the two-stage fry for best results.

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