Why does oil “shoot” when frying?

Everyone who cooked various dishes knows that often the oil poured onto the surface of the pan “shoots”. Sometimes the frying process takes place quite safely, and sometimes the unlucky cook is subjected to real artillery fire. Let’s find out why the oil “shoots” when frying, can this be avoided. Experienced housewives know how to cook, while avoiding a burn.

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Process physics

It turns out that fat has nothing to do with it. The reason for mini-fireworks is water getting on the surface of the stewpan. This happens if:

• The oil product contains moisture.
• Products intended for frying were not thawed.
• Water remained on the surface of the kitchenware after washing.

Important! Fat can be heated to a temperature that exceeds the boiling point of water (160-180 degrees versus 100). Water droplets surrounded by an oil shell evaporate quickly. It is evaporation that leads to the spraying of particles of fat in different directions. These are “shots".

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How to avoid trouble?

To prevent the heated oil from splashing out of the pan, you need quite a bit: to prevent water from getting on its surface. For this:

1. Wipe the kitchen utensils thoroughly after washing. Alternatively, heat the stewpan before adding oil to it.
2. Use only a quality frying product from trusted manufacturers.
3. Before starting cooking, defrost food and dry it on a paper towel.

Using these simple tips, you will significantly reduce the likelihood that you will be in a shootout. Now about how to stay safe and sound if fat during cooking still flies in different directions.

Important! So that you can diversify your usual diet with tasty and healthy dishes, we suggest you also read our articles with recipes:

• What is the best way to fry pork in a pan?
• What kind of fish is better to fry in a pan?

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Self Defense

Tested for decades, “grandmother's” tips and innovative ways will help you win in martial arts with hot drops:

• Pour a little salt on the lettuce or in the saucepan. This significantly moderate the ardor of the oil aggressor.
• Use special spray nets. Cover the pan with a grid, and drops of hot fat will settle on it.
• Reduce heat on the stove and continue cooking in a more gentle mode.

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As you can see, getting rid of adversity when oil sprays when frying is not so difficult. Use our life hacks and feel completely safe in the kitchen.