How do I know if tilapia is cooked?

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1. How do I know if tilapia is cooked?
2. Can I fry chicken and fish in the same oil?
3. Can you fry potatoes in chicken grease?
4. Can you fry potatoes and fish in the same oil?
5. Can you use the same oil to fry chicken and fries?
6. Can you fry fish in old chicken grease?
7. How many times can I fry in the same oil?

How do I know if tilapia is cooked?

Fresh tilapia has a pinkish hue to its flesh and it is slightly translucent when it's raw. When it's cooked, it will turn white and opaque. To check if the fish is completely cooked through, insert a fork at an angle at the thickest part of the meat and twist gently. If it flakes, it's done.

Can I fry chicken and fish in the same oil?

yes you can…i'd only cook the chicken first and then the fish. The chicken won't flavor the fish but the fish WOULD flavor the chicken. Once an oil has been used to cook fish, it's only good for fish.

Can you fry potatoes in chicken grease?

We actually use both for chicken and potatoes. It actually adds flavour to the potatoes. Just make sure to strain the particles so you won't have the burnt food flavour. Yeah, worked in a restaurante, there are not sperate fryers for wings and fries.

Can you fry potatoes and fish in the same oil?

If you're frying french fries, then using the same oil for chicken won't be a problem. But if you fry fish, you might not want to use the same oil for french fries, because your fries will then taste like fish. Just use your best judgment.

Can you use the same oil to fry chicken and fries?

Yes, it is OK to reuse fry oil. Here's how to clean and store it: ① Once you've finished frying, let the oil cool. When it's reached a safe temperature, use a utensil to remove any large pieces of batter that might be left over.

Can you fry fish in old chicken grease?

Your chicken can taste like fish and smell like one too. It will also pick up fish oils and become rancid. ... Once you are done with the chicken you can deep fry your fish in it.

How many times can I fry in the same oil?

Our recommendation: With breaded and battered foods, reuse oil three or four times. With cleaner-frying items such as potato chips, it's fine to reuse oil at least eight times—and likely far longer, especially if you're replenishing it with some fresh oil.