Built in deep fryer

[ItsAllGoneToTheDogs]

Sorry don't have any great pictures yet, but I know I'm going to have to replace the "built in" deep fryers at my new house.

The current model (not 100% sure what) I believe is a countertop INDOOR unit. The screws on the panels are rusting but the rest of the unit seems sound. Also, assuming there are 2 dedicated 220v outlets for it so I have the option of electric or gas.

The problems...

1. Not seeing any built in outdoor units below $3K
2. Current unit is in a cutout of an expensive granite countertop so something will have to fill the hole even though the location of said hole is kinda not ideal... usable but not ideal.

So does anyone know of any reasonable priced outdoor brands?

Thoughts for just covering the opening? This would open up multiple options for countertop or standalone units, though I do like the idea of built in as it becomes less likely to walk away.

I'll get better pics tomorrow or the next day when I start moving in.

[Donw]

What you are looking for is a commercial electric countertop fryer. We see a lot here and in Delaware on the boardwalks However the ones we see the most are those protected by a hood system, or in some cases ones with an internal self extinguishing system. We still need to connect the to the building fire alarm systems.
While most are NSF, I can’t think of one listed for outdoor use and would fit a hole for a built-in.

I ran a search and after going through the result decided this one might give you some idea of ones that might be adapted to your needs.

https://www.webstaurantstore.com/14389/electric-fryers.html?filter=type:electric-countertop-fryers

[ItsAllGoneToTheDogs]

yeah that's kinda what's currently in there, I got pics to load.

[Donw]

Tried to post some ideas but errors show up. Here is a link to look at

https://www.webstaurantstore.com/14389/electric-fryers.html?filter=type:electric-countertop-fryers

[WI Bubba]

I can't say enough good things about the Cajun Fryer. Made in the USA and SO much nicer than the regular pot style ones. If you do a fair bit of frying, you will recoup the cost of the unit just in what you save on changing oil.

I have the 6 gallon one with two baskets, and the turkey basket. It's the perfect size for doing a 12-15lb turkey.

[ItsAllGoneToTheDogs]

Those are on my radar if I can't find something that fits in the opening. I'm gonna use what I have until it's not safe since funds have kinda been depleted but I know at some point I'll have to do something.

[STEbbq]

I wonder if this could work to give you more cooler options.

[ItsAllGoneToTheDogs]

I'd hire a pro for that route, but it's for a sure a cleaner option than just laying a stainless plate over it

[Uncle Bob]

How much of a chore is it to change the oil, or even just draining to filter and refill? Can't tell from those pics what the under access is, though it looks a bit far from the front of the cabinet. Unless you're a big deep fryer freakozoid I'd look to put something over the resulting hole say like a pizza oven or whatever other device fits your more frequent food desires.

[ItsAllGoneToTheDogs]

I don't know yet, just pre-planning. I would only be doing wings, fries, maybe some catfish now and then so oil draining/filtering is going to be a must for infrequent use.

[Murdy]

We had a damaged area in our countertop that we trimmed out and set a piece of butcher block in. It was raised above the level of the countertop, and we edged it with some sort of bevel (it's been a while and I can't recall all details).

[Murdy]

True, outside, something synthetic would be better. Maybe just glue it down lightly so it can be replaced if necessary?

[Uncle Bob]

Teak well maintained is famous for holding up to the elements, makes a fine cutting board. So does Ipe, would also hold up very well, but not sure it's suitable for food prep.

[WI Bubba]

White oak is very weather resistant as well. It's used a lot for trailer decking because it holds up to the weather and takes a beating well.

[ItsAllGoneToTheDogs]

A cleaner view of the situation

[WI Bubba]

If the rest of the unit is in good working order and it's just some screws that are rusting, you could just replace the screws with high quality stainless ones.