What is the shake time for FRESH TENDERS?

What is the shake time for FRESH TENDERS?

• A. 2:30 AND 2:00
• B. 2:00
• C. 1:30
• D. 3:00

Answer: (A)

Shake time is the short drain period after frying to remove excess oil and let the coating set so the tenders stay crisp and hot for service. For FRESH TENDERS, you want about two minutes to two minutes and thirty seconds of shaking/draining. The two times reflect a practical range: two minutes for some batches or fryers, and two and a half minutes for others. This ensures the tenders aren’t greasy or soggy, but also aren’t cooled down or over-dried. Times shorter than two minutes can leave excess oil on the surface, while times longer than about two and a half minutes can cause the product to lose heat and bite.

Shake time is the short drain period after frying to remove excess oil and let the coating set so the tenders stay crisp and hot for service. For FRESH TENDERS, you want about two minutes to two minutes and thirty seconds of shaking/draining. The two times reflect a practical range: two minutes for some batches or fryers, and two and a half minutes for others. This ensures the tenders aren’t greasy or soggy, but also aren’t cooled down or over-dried. Times shorter than two minutes can leave excess oil on the surface, while times longer than about two and a half minutes can cause the product to lose heat and bite.