Tips to Clean Cooking Oil from Fine Flour Without Waiting Long

Kapanlagi.com - Cooking oil often looks dirty after being used to cook flour-based foods, especially when we enjoy crispy and crispy fried snacks. The leftover fine flour that settles in the oil makes the filtering process more complicated and time-consuming. However, don't worry! There is a clever trick shared by a fried snack seller on YouTube that has now gone viral among internet users.

As reported on Monday (4/11), this practical technique has proven effective in cleaning oil from leftover flour without having to wait long. "Clean instantly!! How to clean oil from leftover flour," said YouTuber SiKENYALTHEAA RCM in a video that has been watched by thousands of people. With this method, you can reuse cooking oil more cleanly and efficiently. Ready to try?

1. Dirty Cooking Oil from Flour, A Common Problem in Frying

When we fry flour-coated foods, the oil used often becomes contaminated with fine flour crumbs that come loose. This process occurs when flour that does not adhere well to the food dissolves in hot oil, creating fine residues that disrupt the cleanliness of the oil.

As a result, not only do the next fried items lose their crispiness, but the lifespan of the oil itself also shortens. This dirty oil typically appears cloudy and emits an unpleasant aroma, which can diminish the enjoyment of the dishes we serve.

2. Traditional Methods for Cleaning Cooking Oil Take a Long Time

Generally, many people choose to let the dirty oil settle patiently before filtering, although this process can take hours for the fine flour to completely separate and settle at the bottom of the pan.

On the other hand, some also try to use regular strainers to speed up the process, but unfortunately, this method often encounters difficulties because the fine flour crumbs are too small to be caught by conventional strainers.

3. Oil Cleaning Trick: Quick Process with Water Mixture

In an interesting video uploaded by YouTube SiKENYALTHEAA RCM, a clever solution for cleaning used oil is revealed in a simple yet effective way. First, cool the oil to room temperature, then add a little water to trigger the separation process.

After that, turn the heat back on without stirring; the presence of water in the hot oil will trigger small explosions that turn fine flour into coarse particles, making the cleaning process much easier!

4. The Process of Settling Flour with a Unique Technique, Producing Clean Oil

Once the oil explosions subside, it's time to turn off the heat and carefully filter the oil. At this stage, you will see coarse flour particles floating on the surface, which can be easily caught using a small strainer.

The result is that the filtered oil will appear clearer and cleaner from fine flour crumbs, ready to be reused for frying delicious dishes!

5. Netizens' Reactions: This Effective Trick is Highly Appreciated

This video quickly captured the public's attention on social media! In a short time, over 100 thousand YouTube users have watched it, and more than 1.1 thousand people have given it a "like" as a sign of appreciation.

"Thank you for sharing," said MAMI EKA in the comments section, while other users like Iis Sholihah and Anik Suryani also wanted to join in, trying this amazing trick in their kitchens.

6. Questions and Answers About Cleaning Oil

Can Oil Be Used Again Immediately After Cleaning?

Yes, oil can be used again immediately after being filtered from coarse flour residue, as long as the oil does not smell rancid.

7. Are There Any Special Tools Needed for This Method?

No, you only need a small strainer and regular kitchen tools like a pot or pan to hold the oil.

8. Can This Trick Be Used for Oil That Is Dirty Due to Other Ingredients?

This method is primarily effective for leftover flour, but may be less effective for oil that is dirty due to spices or other seasonings.

(kpl/wis)