So, to sum it up: 350°F is the answer, but the real magic is in managing that temp. Preheat to 365°F, don’t crowd the pot, and let those bad boys rest once they come out. Resting is non-negotiable—it finishes the cook and keeps the crust from falling off the moment you breathe on it.
I still have batches that go wrong. Last week I forgot to preheat and ended up with chicken-flavored donuts. But now I know: the temp is the one thing you can’t fake. Get it right, and your tenders will be crisp, juicy, and worthy of a standing ovation. Now go fry something delicious. You’ve got this.
