Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN) — Golden triangles of samosa and other fried and crunchy delicacies, whether sweet or savory, decorate the dining table during the month of Ramadan.
In the interest of your safety and the safety of those around you while frying in the kitchen, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority shared on Twitter some guidelines that are recommended to be followed.
Safety tips while frying:
- Do not leave oil on the fire unattended
- Put the food in the oil gently
- Do not use the oil more than twice
- Clear the frying area and its surroundings from any flammable material
- Frying before the oil smokes
- Gradually heat the oil before starting to fry
- Frying in well-ventilated places
And do not forget that hydrogenated oils affect cholesterol levels in the body, and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Therefore, it is better to replace them with natural oils such as olive oil and avocado.
It is also preferable to replace traditional frying methods with an air fryer in order to reduce the amount of oils in food.
