From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishdeep fryˈdeep fry verb [transitive] DFCto cook food under the surface of hot fat or oil→ See Verb table
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deep fry• This would prevent the crunchy, deep fried chunks of potato from going soft in the accompanying lemon garlic sauce.• In skillet, heat oil; when heated, deep fry dough; drain on paper towels.• Most of these are either deep fried or charbroiled.• Add the oil and deep fry the pork, stirring with a spatula to break it into small pieces. 