Why are fats useful for frying?

They reach temperatures above boiling water.

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  1. They stay cold
  2. They reach temperatures above boiling water ✔
  3. They add water

Why: Fats can reach temperatures above the boiling point of water and transfer high heat during frying.

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Answer: They reach temperatures above boiling water. Fats can reach temperatures above the boiling point of water and transfer high heat during frying.

  1. Cooking en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cooking
    Fats can reach temperatures above the boiling point of water
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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