Help me give my students Fryers.
Incorporating fryers into the curriculum enhances the learning experience and helps students develop the skills they need for successful careers in the culinary arts and hospitality industry.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Coupet's classroom raised $490
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Teaching Versatility: Fryers allow instructors to teach a wide variety of cooking techniques, including deep frying, shallow frying, and sautéing. This versatility enables students to learn how to prepare a diverse range of dishes, from crispy fried chicken to tempura vegetables to French fries.
Understanding of Heat Transfer and Maillard Reaction: Frying involves the transfer of heat from hot oil to the food being cooked, leading to the Maillard reaction, which creates the characteristic flavors and textures associated with fried foods.
Studying fryers helps students understand the science behind heat transfer, flavor development, and texture formation in cooking.
Practical Application of Safety and Sanitation Practices: Fryers require careful attention to safety and sanitation practices to prevent accidents, such as oil splatters or fires, and maintain food hygiene standards. Teaching students how to operate fryers safely reinforces the importance of following proper kitchen protocols and procedures.
Preparation for Industry Standards: In professional kitchens and food service establishments, fryers are commonly used to prepare a wide range of menu items quickly and efficiently. By learning how to operate fryers in a culinary class, students are better prepared to meet the demands and standards of the industry when they enter the workforce.
Overall, fryers play a crucial role in a culinary class by providing students with practical experience, exposure to diverse cuisines, and a deeper understanding of cooking techniques and food science principles. Incorporating fryers into the curriculum enhances the learning experience and helps students develop the skills they need for successful careers in the culinary arts and hospitality industry.
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Elite Gourmet EDF-401T Electric Immersion Deep Fryer 3-Baskets, 1700-Watt, Timer Control, Adjustable Temperature, Lid with Viewing Window and Odor Free Filter, Stainless Steel and Black
• Amazon Business
$63.41
6
$380.46
Materials cost
$380.46
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.71
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$416.17
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$73.44
Total project goal
$489.61
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$489.61
1 Donor
-$244.80
Donations toward project cost
-$208.08
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$36.72
match offer
-$244.81
Match offer toward project cost
-$208.09
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Coupet and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
