The Omcan 80387 (80387) Taco Salad Bowl Frying Basket is a commercial-grade specialty fryer basket designed for precise food handling in professional kitchens. Constructed from durable nickel-plated steel, it features a triangle-shaped mesh optimized for even heat distribution and stability during frying. Its 18-inch overall length makes it suitable for high-capacity fryers, facilitating efficient retrieval and drainage of taco salad bowls, appetizers, or similar items in foodservice operations. Its specialty mesh enhances durability and cleaning ease, making it an essential tool for restaurant kitchens that demand consistent results and quick turnaround times.
Top Omcan 80387 Features
The Omcan 80387 Taco Salad Bowl Frying Basket is engineered for commercial fry stations, with a focus on durability, ease of use, and high-performance during medium-volume foodservice tasks. Its nickel-plated steel mesh ensures resistance to corrosion, while the triangle shape allows for versatile placement within fryers. The basket’s specialized mesh provides efficient drainage and uniform frying, supporting workflow in busy restaurant environments. Ideal for quick-service restaurants, buffet setups, and institutional kitchens, it offers reliable functionality for frying salads, appetizers, and similar products.
- Function & Performance: Designed for consistent frying of salads and appetizers.
- Durability Traits: Constructed from corrosion-resistant nickel-plated steel mesh.
- Ease of Maintenance: Removable mesh for simple cleaning and sanitizing.
- Fit & Compatibility: Fits standard commercial fryers with an 18" overall length.
- Workflow Benefit: Triangle shape improves positioning in fry tanks for rapid throughput.
Ideal for high-volume food preparation requiring durable, easy-to-clean fryer baskets designed for specialty item handling.
Omcan 80387 Technical Specs
The Omcan 80387 taco salad bowl fryer basket features a specialty mesh construction from nickel-plated steel, weighing 2.25 lbs, and measures to fit within a standard fryer's basket compartment. Its 18" overall length provides ample reach for commercial kitchen use, supporting medium throughput operations. Designed for durability and corrosion resistance, it has a length-specific shape suited for efficient frying and drainage. Its material and form factor make it compatible with typical commercial fryers in restaurant kitchens. The basket operates efficiently in standard frying environments, with no electrical requirements involved. Maintenance involves simple removal of the mesh for cleaning, and the shape allows for easy placement and retrieval within fryers.
- Capacity: Fits standard 18-inch fryers for consistent throughput.
- Material: Nickel-plated steel for corrosion resistance and longevity.
- Weight: 2.25 lbs for manageable handling during busy kitchen operations.
- Dimensions: 18-inch overall length, specialty height and shape for optimal frying potential.
- Construction & Finish: Nickel plating ensures durability in high-temperature environments.
- Usage Compatibility: Compatible with commercial fryers supporting specialty mesh baskets.
- Food Safety & Maintenance: Easy to disassemble and clean, supporting sanitation practices.
- Handling & Safety: Lightweight design for safe handling and efficient workflow.
What is a commercial fryer basket?
A commercial fryer basket is a specialized kitchen tool designed for the consistent frying of various food items in professional foodservice settings. Featuring durable materials like stainless steel or nickel-plated steel, these baskets often include fine mesh or specialty mesh designs to support even cooking and efficient drainage. The Omcan 80387 Taco Salad Bowl Frying Basket is an example of a specialty fryer basket optimized for handling delicate salads, appetizers, and similar items. It’s commonly used in restaurants, buffets, and institutional kitchens to facilitate rapid, high-quality frying in high-volume environments, supporting efficient food throughput and sanitation standards.
Top specialty fryer baskets for medium-volume foodservice settings
Top commercial fryer baskets designed for medium throughput kitchen environments, with durable nickel-plated steel construction from Omcan 80387, ideal for specialty frying tasks in restaurant kitchens. These units support efficient workflow, withstand high temperatures, and facilitate quick cleaning, making them suitable for medium-volume operations focused on salad bowls, appetizers, and similar products.
- Operation Type — suitable for medium-volume restaurant fry stations
- Kitchen Setting — ideal for compact commercial kitchens and buffets
- Foodservice Category — designed for specialty frying applications
- Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput operations
- Use Case — perfect for frying salads and appetizer portions efficiently
Why Choose Omcan 80387
Omcan 80387 fryer basket combines robust nickel-plated steel construction with a specialized triangle shape, offering superior durability and handling in high-demand kitchen environments. Its ergonomic design allows for swift placement and removal from fryers, supporting high productivity and sanitation. Unlike standard flat-bottom baskets, its unique shape enhances stability and drainage, improving operational efficiency in busy kitchens and reducing product damage during handling.
- Self-contained design ensures reliable frying within standard commercial fryers
- Specialty mesh improves food drainage and surface contact for even frying
- Lightweight construction promotes safer handling during continuous use
- Triangle shape maximizes fryer tank capacity and positional stability
- Durable nickel plating resists corrosion in hot oil environments
