can you use the fryer with the lid on?
912143
It says not to use it with high moisture foods like chicken wings for example because the steam will quickly build up on the lid and fall back into the oil. Always read the manual because there is conflicting info on this particular topic. I have never had an issue with oil spattering out, I am usually more concerned about the smell and a bit of smoking which can be taken care of by an exhaust fan (which is how they do it in restaurants)
2257782
Yes you can raise the basket out of the oil, even without opening the lid. A nice feature
2098271
No, I use it mainly for frying but I assume that you could if you set the temp, put the lid on and monitor the roast. check the booklet that came with it
1404180
I am not sure. I have never tried to do that since I have a fry daddy. But I really love this skillet! I use it almost every day.
1891350
My best answer, from using that style saute/fry pan here and in Europe, is no lid. In fact, I've never seen or used a lid on them. Not much of an answer, though captured moisture, also from a lid, might compromise the cured surface of the pan. Looking back, I really hate this answer, but there you go... Morgan Phenix
1750348
It depends on the size in general. You can set the lid on the fry pan, but as the top is flaired, it won't seat like a sauté pan.
2221896
yes it does. It is not like other fryers where the lid is attached to the unit. The lid comes off completely.
126235
I only use it for frying. I have never thought about using it any other way, but I suppose it is possible. You probably should contact the company which manufacturers this product.
831586
I haven't tried it that way...I would keep the lid closed just to keep the temperature up. Also cuts down on oil in air.
2009754
You can fry with the lid on or off. The lid has a filter, but I think it's just a tin weave.
538151
You would not want to put a lid on that - it would scratch the Teflon coating off of the rim of the pan. (Unless the lid had some sort of silicone ridge on the bottom?)
1296419
You must take the lid off, there is no hinge that enables you to stabilize it in place. The inability to reach frying temperature (350-375 degrees) and the very slow recovery to heated oil is far more of a problem then the lid.
112396
No. The basket is attached to the handle. Food is loaded, and the handle is held and used to insert the basket into the fryer.
213062
This fryer has the element right in the oil so no you can't do anything but fry in it. It's not like you could use it like a crockpot/slow cooker.
823457
No. In fact I believe the cooker works better with the grill lid closed. Having the grill lid open would allow a lot of the heat to escape, most likely requiring a lot longer cooking time and possibly uneven cooking.
826713
I wouldn't. Deep frying is usually done at 350-375 degrees F and this might melt the plastic components in the handle ( some of the internal components appear to be made of lower temperature plastic) You can and often will saute' in the bottom of the pot before pressure cooking. And definitely never fry with the lid closed in anything other than a commercial vessel that was specifically made for this purpose. It can and probably will explode into a ball of flames!
1813888
I have used it for frying without the lid but never for steaks. I would use a cast iron or grill for steaks and burgers. Hope this helps.