Deep-frying the tortilla drives down its water content from 40 percent to about 5 percent and replaces the rest with fat.

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Pour oil to a depth of about 1 inch into a large saute pan and heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit on a deep-frying thermometer.

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Why does this question make me think about deep-frying a turkey?

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Meat remains the staple of most dishes, cooked in various ways including deep-fat frying, roasting, instant-boiling, stir-frying, steaming and stewing.

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