Masterbuilt MB20012420 Electric Fryer, Boiler, Steamer, Stainless Steel

I obviously didn't look at the dimensions, and I should order when I'm awake rather than when I'm lying in bed, lol. br>However, once the shock of my late-night purchase had worn off, I realized that this would be perfect for whole chicken and turkey. And boy, was I right. br>I cooked my whole chicken according to the instructions included in the package. I filled the fryer to the top and set the temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit as directed. It took 35 minutes to get to the desired temperature. When the oil was ready, I used the included handle to carefully load the whole chicken into the fryer. br>At this point, be cautious because the oil is very hot and may pop. I'm fine, despite the fact that I'd planned ahead of time! I put the lid on it and let it cook for 4 minutes. 5 minutes per pound of chicken, for a total time of around 30 minutes. Also, be cautious when touching the fryer's lid, as it becomes extremely hot to the touch. The sides became warm, but they were still safe to touch. It was simple to get rid of it. br>Overall, I'm a huge fan of my enormous fryer. The chicken was perfectly cooked and extremely juicy. It's a breeze to clean this product. I also appreciate the oil drain, which made it simple to dispose of oil. br>As an aside, I plugged it into a regular wall outlet and the cord never got hot. My relatives suggest it.

Stevie Floyd

| Aug 26, 2021

This is a fantastic product, and I've bought four of them so far. One I gave to my father, one I kept because it had never been exposed to peanut oil, one with peanut oil, and the oldest I recycled- Not because it stopped working, but because the oil residue had accumulated to the point where it was too much for me to deal with. br>br>An aside based on the above comments: While canola oil can be used in a deep fryer, I prefer peanut oil. Peanut oil has a much higher smoke point (the point at which it starts to degrade) than canola oil, so it won't leave a gummy residue. Because canola oil's smoke point is so close to the fryer's maximum temperature, this is the case. I also believe it may exceed the smoke point in some areas of the coils, causing the canola oil to degrade. This isn't due to a flaw in the product; rather, it's due to the nature of deep frying. However (and this is a big but), if you use peanut oil in the fryer, you'll never be able to cook anything for someone who has a peanut allergy in it again. even if you clean it thoroughly and replace the oils So, if you know someone who is allergic to peanuts, you might as well use high-quality canola oil and deal with the consequences- Alternatively, purchase two units and keep one free of peanut oil at all times. br>br>Returning to this product, it's fantastic. We'll always have at least one, if not two, on hand because they're as easy to clean as a deep fryer can be (still gross), very well built, and will last a long time.

Marshall Nolan

| Nov 08, 2021

I didn't have enough time to prepare Thanksgiving dinner sides! So there you have it. To be honest, I think that was the only thing I liked about this machine. It was quick, and I imagine it's safer than frying a turkey in a traditional way. br>br>The finished turkey, on the other hand, did not "wow" anyone in the room. Your turkey will not be crispy in this fryer because it does not get very hot. Even though it was well-seasoned, it tasted like oil. We chose peanut because of its high smoke point, which ensured that it did not burn. br>br>The heat element sits at the bottom of the oil and emits a horrible stench as soon as it gets even slightly dirty from seasoning flakes and other debris. It nearly suffocated my family. I couldn't see or breathe because our eyes felt like they were on fire. After finishing the second turkey, we looked into the problem further. That heating element quickly became filthy, so make sure you clean it in between turkeys! That day, my family hid in their rooms until I could remove the cooked turkey, cool the fryer, and ventilate the house. br>br>Overall, I'm not impressed; it was far too much trouble for a "meh" turkey, in my opinion.

Uriah Cannon

| Apr 25, 2021

This fryer got off to a great start. I unboxed it, filled it with oil, and plugged in the power cord; the fryer did not turn on at first, but it may have turned on after I closed the lid, which tightened the safety switch. I set the temperature and then slowly lowered the whole turkey breast into the hot oil. The turkey was absolutely delicious. br>br>The problem surfaced the next day when I went to use the fryer for the second time. When I connected the power cord, none of the led lights turned on. Nothing happened when I changed the temperature on the thermostat. I removed the element and control unit and reinstalled it. The power is still out. I went online and found another person who had experienced the same problem and had to reset the control module by pressing the reset button on the back. I pressed the reset button, but nothing happened; there was no power. Nothing worked after a lot of fiddling with pulling the control module in and out, testing the cord, and trying various things. br>br>To cut a long story short, this unit's safety design and components are abysmal, and based on the reviews, it appears that most units have the same issue. Number one, you have a breakaway power cord, which I believe is a safety feature, but I'm sure there are laws requiring them to include an additional switch that engages when you click the control module into place, as well as a thermal cutoff switch. Both of these safety features are extremely low-cost and cause the unit to malfunction. To cut a long story short, I turned off the switch and the problem persisted. I plug the power cord in, bypassing both the safety switch and the thermal cutoff, and the power comes on immediately and everything works. Obviously, bypassing the safety features is not a solution, but it does demonstrate the importance of putting more effort into making the safety feature components rock solid and functional. This would be the best fryer I've ever used if they could get these safety features to work flawlessly. Everything else on it is in excellent working order. br>br>With the exception of the shell, almost every part can be washed in the dishwasher. With an extended screw-on spout, they created a fantastic way to drain the oil. With two simple release buttons, the lid can be easily removed. It actually disappoints me because this product has the potential to be fantastic; even with these safety issues, it's a fantastic fryer. Unlike our air fryer, which can only fry a maximum of six items, you can fry large and multiple items. At any given time, there are seven wings available.

Deandre Juarez

| Sep 25, 2021