As the most consumed protein on the market, more and more hungry customers are looking for tasty fried chicken, chicken tenders, sandwiches, and wings…among other delicious menu options.
So, with demand for chicken through the roof, restaurants, convenience stores, and alternative food service providers are all asking the same question: “How can I get chicken on my menu?”
Enter: the ventless fryer. Inherently simpler than pressure or open fryers, Ventless Fryers can be added to a kitchen with little fuss. Most don’t need a hood (in most municipalities) thanks to self-contained filters and fire suppression systems and require just a bit of counterspace to get you up and frying.
But, we also know that finding the right ventless fryer may feel like a challenge, so that’s why at Broaster, we’ve simplified the process for you by compiling all the information you need to make an informed choice when choosing a ventless fryer.
Market Options & Considerations:
There are three reputable manufacturers bringing ventless fryers to the market with varying levels of serviceability, reliability, and automation characteristics: AutoFry, Perfect Fry, and Broaster Company.
Things to consider when evaluating Ventless Fryers:
Disassembly and Cleaning
Regular cleaning is not only essential to safe food preparation, it also aids in the longevity of your Ventless Fryer. Nooks and crannies are a crumb’s best friend. The Broaster VF-2 and VF-3 Ventless Fryers were designed with this in mind. Simple food baskets and dishwasher-safe componentry make cleaning easier than competitive products. Competitors may have auto-loading and auto-dispensing chutes, but they are difficult to get clean. Time savings gained through automation is lost to cleaning.
Oil Requirements
Oil is one of the costliest recurring expenses in a kitchen. It is important to consider the oil required to cook a load when choosing a ventless fryer. Broaster Company knows that managing oil efficiently helps keep costs down, consequently, the VF-2 Ventless Fryers require the least amount of oil to cook of all ventless options on the market.
Space Requirements
Most ventless fryers available are countertop models, however some larger floor models are available from other manufacturers. Knowing you want to make your kitchen as efficient as possible, Broaster’s VF-3 and VF-2 Ventless Fryers were engineered to put every square inch of space to work with their compact footprints. It is important to consider side clearances required as well. Broaster Ventless Fryers have 0” side clearance requirements—that means you aren’t wasting valuable countertop space.
Intuitive Operator Interaction
Broaster Ventless Fryers are deliberately designed and built to work seamlessly with your operators to bring delicious food to your customers. Their proprietary SmartTouch™ Controllers area high-tech, touch screen, and programmable with a variety of menu items. Programmed products can be assigned a name and a photo, which helps overcome language barriers. Unique to Broaster Ventless Fryers: operators can open the door without stopping the cook cycle which allows the operator to adjust food as needed to get the perfect cook. Ease of operation is a Broaster Company hallmark.
Proud Heritage Story
As the original inventor of the pressure fryer, Broaster has a proud legacy of designing our frying equipment with our operators in mind.
It’s always tough to beat the original, and Broaster works hard to provide you with the best value for your money, which is why we’ve received plenty of interest from local to chain restaurants alike!
If you’re looking to learn more about how Broaster Equipment might fit into your commercial kitchen, feel free to contact us today.