Crisco Professional Trans Fat Free Heavy Duty Fry Shortening, 35 Pounds

Crisco Professional Trans Fat Free Heavy Duty Fry Shortening is formulated specifically for commercial deep frying where consistent results and extended fry life matter. The 35-pound block provides the volume that restaurants, catering operations, and foodservice kitchens need to keep fryers running through high-demand service periods. Its heavy duty formulation resists breakdown and flavor transfer at high temperatures, so fried foods come out golden and crisp shift after shift. Trans fat free labeling meets current menu transparency expectations and supports kitchens that need to communicate nutritional information to their customers. Crisco’s professional line has been a staple in commercial kitchens for decades, and this shortening carries that reputation into every batch.

Uses

Commercial deep frying: Use in countertop or floor-model fryers for chicken, fish, french fries, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, and other breaded or battered menu items that demand a stable, high-temperature frying medium.
Restaurant batch frying: Hold temperature consistently across large batches during peak service, reducing oil turnover and maintaining food quality from the first ticket to the last.
Catering and event cooking: Transport and use in temporary or mobile fry setups where reliable shortening performance is critical for off-site events and banquet frying stations.
Institutional foodservice: Supply school cafeterias, hospital kitchens, correctional facilities, and military dining halls with a trans fat free frying shortening that meets dietary procurement guidelines.

Who Would Benefit

• Restaurant kitchens and diners that fry daily and need a shortening with long fry life
• Catering companies running fry stations at events and off-site venues
• Foodservice directors managing institutional dining with trans fat free procurement requirements
• Concession operators at fairs, stadiums, and festivals who need stable high-heat performance
• Food trucks and mobile vendors with limited fryer capacity where oil longevity reduces downtime

Product Highlights

• Trans fat free formulation meets modern menu labeling and dietary requirements
• Heavy duty construction resists polymerization and breakdown at extended high-heat frying temperatures
• 35-pound block size suited for commercial fryer capacity and bulk kitchen purchasing
• Minimal flavor transfer between batches keeps fried items tasting distinct
• Professional-grade Crisco formulation backed by decades of foodservice industry trust
• Consistent golden color and crisp texture results across repeated fry cycles

Common Applications

This shortening is built for the demands of continuous commercial frying. Fried chicken programs benefit from its ability to maintain a crisp crust through holding times, while french fry operations get consistent color and texture batch after batch. Breaded seafood, including catfish, shrimp, and cod fillets, fries cleanly without off-flavors carrying over from previously cooked proteins. Onion rings, hush puppies, and funnel cakes all perform well in this heavy duty medium. Kitchens that rotate between different fried items during the same service window will find that the shortening’s resistance to flavor crossover keeps each menu item tasting as intended.

Preparation & Use

Remove the 35-pound block from its packaging and place it directly into a clean, dry fryer. Heat gradually to the target frying temperature, typically between 325°F and 375°F depending on the food item. Allow the shortening to fully melt and stabilize before adding product. Monitor oil color and foam levels during service; skim debris regularly to extend fry life. When the shortening darkens significantly, smokes at normal operating temperatures, or imparts off-flavors to food, drain the fryer, clean it thoroughly, and replace with fresh shortening. Store unopened blocks in a cool, dry area away from direct heat sources.