Pressure Cookers and Fryers Key Terms

Get to know the basics of fryers and pressure cookers for your kitchen

Whether you are planning on opening a new restaurant or just want to add new appliances to your existing food service operation, you should look into pressure cookers and fryers. Most restaurants could not get by without at least one of these products, especially if you plan to fry or cook food quickly. To get the right pressure cooker or fryer to meet your needs, it is helpful to find out the key terms associated with these appliances.

 

Pressure cooker

Many commercial kitchens include a pressure cooker, which is a pot with an airtight lid. A pressure cooker cooks food quickly by letting steam build up inside it, and is considered a healthier way to cook.
Try: Cooking Tip of the Day features a definition of a pressure cooker, as well as its benefits.

Gasket

A gasket is an important part of a pressure cooker. It is a ring that forms a gas-tight seal so that no air can leave the pot. It is important to take proper care of the gasket, as it is a main component of pressure cookers.
Try: Find out what gaskets are made of and how to care for them at Miss Vickie's Pressure Cooker Recipes.

Pressure regulator

A pressure regulator is important to the proper operation of a pressure cooker. Just like the name indicates, it maintains the right pressure in order to cook food thoroughly.
Try: Learn a little more about the pressure regulator at In Mamas Kitchen in the "Some Tips on Pressure Cooking" section.

Electric fryer

Electric fryers are known for their ability to cook food evenly. They are also well-liked for their ease of use and the ability to cook food without making a mess.
Try: Find out some benefits of an electric fryer at Cook's Illustrated.

Gas fryer

Restaurant owners whose kitchens already use gas stoves often go for a gas fryer as well, simply out of convenience. Gas fryers often are preferred because newer models include a cold zone that is great for catching crumbs before they cook onto the food.
Try: ACityDiscount Restaurant Equipment & Restaurant Supply defines gas fryers and discusses how they differ from electric fryers.

Lockable lid fryer

A lockable lid fryer is exactly as it sounds. It has a lid that locks, which provides a safer way to cook with a deep fryer as you can avoid flying grease.
Try: Abt describes fryers with lockable lids.

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