Yes, you can absolutely fry with canola oil. In fact, it’s one of the most popular oils for deep-frying on planet Earth, right behind the beloved peanut oil. It has a smoke point of around 400°F (204°C), which is roughly the temperature of a really bad sunburn—but perfect for crispy fries.
If you’ve ever eaten a fast-food french fry, you’ve almost certainly consumed canola oil. So, you’re already a canola-frying veteran—you just didn’t know it because you were too busy focusing on the ketchup.
