Things are about to get crispy on Food Network’s The Kitchen. This Saturday at 11 AM ET, the culinary crew takes a deep dive into all things fried—from air-fried snacks to deep-fried indulgences—with an episode aptly titled Fried & True. And yes, they’ll even tackle the oxymoronic “un-fried.”
Katie Lee Biegel gets the party started with Homemade Pizza Bites, complete with a jalapeño ranch dipping sauce that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Then Alex Guarnaschelli takes the reins, and guides us through the fine art of frying perfect shrimp—paired with orange slices and basil for a bright, summery twist.
Not to be outdone, Geoffrey Zakarian whips up a classic Steak Milanese, while Sunny Anderson steps up with a recipe for—wait for it—Fried Cookie Dough Balls. If that’s not enough to induce a food coma, Anderson also leads a blind taste test of different fried treats, just to keep things interesting.
With a lineup that also includes Marcela Valladolid and Jeff Mauro, The Kitchen continues to be a reliable source of weekend cooking inspiration. This week’s episode zeroes in on a culinary technique that’s as universally loved as it is occasionally feared. Whether you’re an air fryer aficionado or a deep-frying devotee, there’s bound to be something here to satisfy your crunchy cravings.
The Kitchen airs Saturday, May 31st at 11:00 AM ET on Food Network.
