Elite Gourmet Deep Fryer 4.5 Qt
- Oil Capacity: 18 cups
- Wattage: 1700 watts
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Color: Stainless Steel And Black
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ASIN: B0FK1GH6Y1Model: EDF434Category: Deep Fryers
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Overview
Frying two foods without mixing flavors is the point of the Elite Gourmet EDF434: a dual-basket fryer where two 2-quart baskets pull from one shared 4.5-quart oil tank, backed by a 1700W element and adjustable 375 degree thermostat.
The split-tank design means both baskets pull from the same shared oil rather than having separate oil reservoirs, so total capacity is shared rather than doubled. Elite Gourmet also sells a single-basket EDF475 model for larger items like a whole chicken that won't fit the two smaller baskets here.
- Dual 2-quart baskets sharing a 4.5-quart oil capacity
- 1700W element with adjustable thermostat
- Removable cool-touch handles and drain hooks
- Brushed stainless steel exterior
Who it's for
Good for households frying smaller portions of two different foods at once, such as fries and onion rings, or making individual servings for a couple of people. Not the right pick if you regularly need to fry a whole chicken or large batches in one basket.
Pros and cons
- Two separate baskets avoid flavor transfer between foods
- Heats up quickly and recovers temperature between batches
- Lid contains splatter and keeps kids or pets out
- Interior is reportedly hard to get fully clean
- Needs a 1700W-capable outlet to avoid tripping breakers
Performance notes
The 1700W heating element is rated to recover temperature quickly between batches, and the manufacturer recommends filling each basket no more than two-thirds full to avoid oil overflow and keep frying even. Each basket includes a drain hook and a cool-touch handle, and the unit requires a 1700W-capable outlet or surge protector to avoid tripping breakers.
Specifications
| Brand | Elite Gourmet |
|---|---|
| Model | EDF434 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.1 × 9.2 × 15.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Oil Capacity | 18 cupslower than 51% of 42 deep fryers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1700 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel And Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 2 |
| Included Components | Deep Fryer, User Manual |
| Other details | |
| Part Number | EDF434 |
| Item Type Name | Deep Fryer |
Closest rivals on specs
Costway Deep Fryer 5.3Qt- Oil Capacity 18 vs 21.1 cups (-15%)
Frequently asked questions
Can the two baskets fry different foods at once without mixing flavors?
Yes, the split-tank design is built specifically to fry two foods, like fish and chips, in separate baskets without flavor transfer.
How much food fits in each basket?
Per the included frying guide, each basket holds about 2 to 3 cups of food, such as fries or chicken tenders.
Is a whole chicken too big for this fryer?
Yes, the manufacturer recommends its single-basket EDF475 model for larger items like a whole chicken.