A Broaster Guide to Pressure Fryers
The role of a pressure fryer in the cooking process depends on the food being prepared, but in most cases, the goal of pressure frying is to ensure that moisture and flavor is sealed in while excess cooking oil is sealed out. It’s an effective method for preparing freshly breaded, and bone-in dishes where it’s essential to keep in the natural juices that enhance flavor.
Though pressure frying was invented sometime towards the end of the 1930s, there have been many advancements in pressure fryer design over the years. Innovative manufacturers like Broaster are leading the way in adding a range of high-tech capabilities that are making pressure frying easier and more energy efficient. Many of their models adjust the cooking time automatically to accommodate for varying sizes and temperatures of loads. Some even double as data-trackers, allowing operators to monitor everything from food production to oil management.
Broaster pressure fryers come in a variety of sizes and finding the right fit for your operation is determined by examining your product mix and projecting how many items are needed per hour. Factor in whether you cook and hold large batches or cook to order. Consider the floorspace under your hood and compare the throughput per square foot of different models.
When choosing between gas and electric models, gas tends to be less expensive than electric when factoring in the long-term operating costs, though both options are always available to fit your location’s needs.
The Broaster E-Series pressure fryers allow operators to easily manage back-of-house labor while providing their customers with notable moist and flavorful foods. They’re specifically designed for high volume production and can cook up to 32 pieces of fresh bone-in chicken per load in as little as 11-12 minutes. It’s also extremely efficient, offering savings of up to 25% on energy costs.
The Broaster 1600 is the smallest footprint, most cost-effective medium-capacity pressure fryer available on the market today. Compact, reliable and easy to use, the 1600 uses only 3.2 square feet of floorspace under the hood. The 1600 also offers the capability to pre-program up to 10 different cook cycles for quick and easy preparation of various menu items.
The Broaster 1800 offers Broaster’s best combination of capacity and space efficiency. With the ability to cook up to 40 pieces of fresh bone-in chicken per load in as little as 10 minutes, the fast and productive 1800 is specifically designed for high volume output. Its large capacity provides more room for product, minimizes sticking, and produces delicious, superior quality food.
The Broaster 2400 is a large-capacity, high efficiency pressure fryer designed to cook large quantities of product. The 2400 can produce up to 48-64 pieces of fresh bone-in chicken per cook cycle. It’s also extremely easy to operate as its patented SmartTouch™ feature offers the capability to pre-program up to 10 different cook cycles for quick and easy preparation of various menu items.
Almost any operation can benefit from the cost-savings and menu enhancements a Broaster pressure fryer has to offer.
To learn more about how pressure frying can increase your efficiency at the touch of a button, Contact us to get in touch with a sales representative and schedule a demonstration.
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Football and chicken wings? Say less. 🏈🍗
Chef Ken is in the kitchen showing off six crave-worthy wing options you can run this weekend, or anytime! From bold marinades to crispy coatings and a hot new finish, these flavors are built to win on game day and beyond.
Featuring:
Chickite® Marinade – Product # 96636
Chickite Supreme Marinade – Product # 96504
Slo-Bro® Coating – Product # 96635
Slo-Bro Extra Spicy Coating – Product # 96403
Crispy Cajun Coating – Product # 95013
NEW Nashville Hot Dust – Product # 95239
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Feb 3
Time to turn up the heat 🔥 Our NEW Nashville Hot Dust is here!
Designed to be shaken on post-cook, this fiery seasoning brings the signature kick of Nashville hot right to your menu. Perfectly balanced with smoky spice, cayenne heat, and a hint of savory sweetness, it delivers that craveable flavor customers can’t resist. Ideal for chicken, fries, potato wedges, and more! Contact your local distributor to get yours.
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Feb 2
Need a fast food solution that works as hard as you do—right from the start? 👀 🍔
From plug-in to serving customers, it’s designed for grab-and-go environments, tight spaces, and peak-hour rushes. No hood. No flipping. No mess. Just two perfectly cooked burgers in under a minute—every time.
Whether you’re launching a new menu, adding a high-margin item, or keeping lines moving, Instant Burger® makes it easy to serve hot, fresh burgers fast—even with minimal staff.
Big flavor. Small footprint. Serious speed. #BetterBeBroaster #InstantBurger #ConvenienceStore
Jan 30
Got plans for the big game? We’ve been busy in the kitchen testing out crave-worthy chicken wing recipes—so you don’t have to. 🍗🏈
Stay tuned for a new video next week with Chef Ken, breaking down all the wing varieties you can add to your menu and win on game day.
Jan 29
Chef Ken is in the kitchen making Broaster`s twist on a Canadian favorite, Poutine! 😋
Ingredients:
🥔 Savory Crunch Potato Wedge (Item #96425)
🧀 Battered Cheddar Curds (Item #96324)
🍽️ Top with Gravy
🌿 Garnish with Parsley
That`s it! Grab these items from your local distributor. Give it a try and let us know what you think. #BetterBeBroaster
Jan 27
We get asked all the time, “What IS Broaster Chicken?” Well, we go way back. 👇
Broaster Company started with one simple idea — make better fried chicken, faster. 🍗 In 1953, inventor L.A.M. Phelan combined a pressure cooker and a deep fryer into one revolutionary machine. That invention became the very first Broaster Pressure Fryer — and changed the game forever.
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Jan 26
This week’s Operator Spotlight goes to Pop’s Uptown Supper Club in Antioch, IL! 💯
Where warm hospitality meets uptown charm, Pop’s delivers Supper Club classics with a fresh twist. From hearty sandwiches and comforting pastas to perfectly cooked steaks and seafood straight from the wood-fired grill, every dish is made to impress. 🔥🍽️ Of course, you can`t forget to also order the Broasted Chicken! 🍗
Pop’s Uptown Supper Club is the perfect place to sit back, savor great food, and enjoy a true Supper Club experience. 😎 Thank you for being a Genuine Broaster Chicken operator!
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Jan 22
Meet our Smokaroma, the game-changing smoker you`ve been waiting for! 🔥
At Broaster, we know that great smoked food drives customers back again and again — but waiting half a day for a traditional pit isn’t always an option. That’s where the Smokaroma Pressure Smoker steps in: a compact powerhouse that delivers real smokehouse flavor in a fraction of the time.
Imagine smoking up to 45 lbs of ribs in under 90 minutes — juicy, tender, and full of flavor — without constant watching, turning, or basting. That’s efficient smoking that boosts kitchen productivity and keeps your customers asking for more. 🔥🍖 Request a quote from your local distributor today!
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Jan 20
It’s snowing in Beloit, Wisconsin today! ❄️☃️ What’s the weather like where you’re located?
Jan 16
Best Mozzarella Sticks on the market? Easily Broaster ones! Our cheese pull doesn`t lie 🧀
Made with real Mozzarella, Parmesan and Romano. These cheese sticks are coated with a light breading that will bring your customers back again and again. ✨ Ready to cook in minutes—perfect for appetizers, sides, or quick grab ‘n go!
Now available nationwide through Dot Foods.
#BetterBeBroaster #CheeseLovers #AppetizerGoals #MozzarellaSticks #ConvenienceStoreReady
Jan 15
Stock up on flavor! 😋
Our ready-to-cook Broaster Foods® are top-quality and crave-worthy — from classic chicken to bold, unique flavor profiles. Perfect for busy customers, perfect for your bottom line.
➡️ Learn more about our ready-to-cook food lineup at broaster.com
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Jan 14
New year, same great equipment! Our 1800 Pressure Fryer is our most popular model, offering the best combination of production capacity & space efficiency! The built-in oil filtration makes filtering safe and easy, and it can cook up to 40 pieces of fresh, bone-in chicken in as little as 10 minutes.
🔥Designed for max space efficiency
🔥18” in overall width
🔥Available in gas or electric models
🔥Touch screen controller option now standard
Contact your local distributor today to get yours! #BetterBeBroaster
Jan 12
Please join us in welcoming Lance Ellis to Broaster Company as our new National Sales Manager! ✨
Lance brings extensive experience in foodservice manufacturing and distribution, with a proven track record in domestic and international sales leadership, national account management, and organizational development. His background aligns seamlessly with the Broaster Company commitment to delivering innovative, high-performance solutions to operators worldwide.
In his role, Lance will lead national sales initiatives and support strategic growth across Broaster’s portfolio of pressure fryers, ventless solutions, and ready to cook menu items, while strengthening key partnerships and expanding Genuine Broaster Chicken and Broaster Express branded programs. 🍗
Lance is known for his relationship-driven leadership style, ability to align teams around shared goals, and focus on long-term customer success. We’re excited to have him on board as we continue expanding our reach and delivering value to foodservice operators globally.
Welcome to the team, Lance! 🎉
Jan 8
Operator Spotlight! ✨
This week’s spotlight goes to Reinbeck Country Food in Reinbeck, Iowa — a local grocery store with a full-service deli packed with quality meats and delicious prepared foods. Inside, you’ll find all kinds of goodies, including Genuine Broaster Chicken and Broaster Express products, made fresh for customers who want great taste and convenience.
If you’re ever traveling through Iowa, be sure to stop in and check them out! 🔥
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Jan 6
It starts with a rush. Lunch crowd building. Dinner just around the corner. 🕒🔥
You need something that cooks fast, holds strong, and keeps customers coming back.
Enter our Broaster Foods Boneless Buffalo Wings. Made from 100% breast meat, marinated for flavor, and coated in our proprietary breading—every piece fries up moist, crispy, and crave-worthy. Bigger-than-average portions mean better plate coverage and better value.
From c-stores and bars to restaurants and arenas, these wings fit any operation:
✔️ Easy to prep
✔️ Consistent results
✔️ Great quality product
Now available nationwide through @dotfoodsofficial
Jan 5
Happy New Year from Broaster Company! ✨
Jan 1