How to Use fry in a Sentence

fry

1 of 2 verb
Definition of frynext
Synonyms for frynext
  • We could smell the onions frying.
  • They fried some chicken for us.
  • Olive oil: This helps fry the shrimp along with the butter.
    — Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 23 June 2023
  • Blake fried the morel mushrooms, which Gwen seemed to enjoy at the end of the clip.
    — Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 29 Apr. 2023
  • Make gravy: Take some of the drippings from the frying oil.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2023
  • To produce green tea, leaves from the plant are steamed, pan fried and dried.
    — Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 28 May 2023
  • Plain cooked rice is tasty enough, but when it's fried the grains get all crispy and seared.
    — Christopher Michel, Country Living, 28 Apr. 2023
  • Plan to eat all things fried at Shrimp Shack (cash-only) on the way out.
    — Sallie Funderburk, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Purists need not worry that the doughnuts will be fried in the same oil as the chain’s french fries.
    — Chris Morris, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Its cooked-to-order wings are baked in olive oil and then twice fried.
    — Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Apr. 2023
  • In the morning, Maram cooked tomatoes and fried some eggs.
    — Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 12 Mar. 2024
  • The air smells of frying batter, and the tents are bright with crafts and costumes.
    — Corey Buhay, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Oct. 2023
  • Step 4: Prepare to fry Remove the chops from the marinade.
    — Cathy Erway, Men's Health, 6 Sep. 2023
  • On the dessert menu, sweet, sticky rice is fried into a crunchy patty the size of a burger.
    — Detroit Free Press, 6 Mar. 2024
  • Flying is the fastest way to fry the planet, and the dream of limitless flying needs to stay in the clouds.
    — Peter Knapp, Forbes, 13 Aug. 2023
  • This can be due to the fact that there’s too much moisture on the chicken before it’s fried.
    — Lucas Kwan Peterson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2023
  • Okra slices are then fried in a single layer in hot oil.
    — Virginia Willis, Southern Living, 12 July 2023
  • Whether mashed, fried, baked or boiled, potatoes are a beloved starchy staple around the world.
    — Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Sep. 2023
  • For the first step of this recipe, rub the chicken with brown sugar and spices and air fry it until charred.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 12 June 2023
  • Jessica and Jeff get up the morning of an event to fry the doughnuts fresh.
    — Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2024
  • The high sides are crucial to the cooking process and help when tossing and frying food.
    — L.a. Hubilla, Peoplemag, 10 Sep. 2023
  • Or feel free to throw in a full chicken, air fry some wings, or bake a small pizza.
    — Andrew Watman, Ars Technica, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Brussels sprouts that roasted in the oven for 20 minutes air fried in half that time.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 16 Oct. 2023
  • The breaded pork chop fried on the bone might be more enjoyable if it were not cut so thick.
    — Pete Wells, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2023
  • Use the frying pans to fry, sear, and sauté, then stick them in the dishwasher for easy cleaning.
    — Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Some of the fishier diver species are best utilized in sausage recipes or brined, fried, and dunked in hot sauce.
    — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 17 Aug. 2023
  • From there, the chicken is breaded and then pressure fried.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The mother-and-son team still fry the wings in the family’s backyard in Garden Grove.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 July 2023
  • In this recipe, they’re fried into crisp, golden chips.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 15 July 2023
  • Eggs: Soak the matzo in this egg mixture to soften it and then fry it up nice and tender.
    — Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2024
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fry

2 of 2 noun
  • Combine the rest of the ingredients to top the fries off, and the rest?
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 2023
  • Your guide to the wonderful world of L.A. French fries.
    — Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2023
  • There is a pink flamingo on top of the sandwich and it's served with fries.
    — Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 27 July 2023
  • With fries, soda and tax, the meal, for one person, came out to $24.10.
    — Leonard Greene, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2024
  • Sides on the menu include fries, kale salad and mac and cheese.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 30 Apr. 2023
  • The first is sesame tofu with broccoli, which is kind of a bit of a stir fry of sorts.
    — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Oct. 2023
  • So his cafe became the first in the industry to sell them on the menu as calf fries.
    — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The tangy, spicy, meaty wings served with herb-y fries have been sought-after for decades.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 10 Sep. 2023
  • To close out the three weeks of deals, Wendy's offered any size fries with a purchase.
    — Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 29 Dec. 2023
  • Here’s your guide to the most iconic burgers and wondrous French fries in the city.
    — Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2023
  • The side of parmesan fries beats anyone else's fries as well.
    — Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 29 Feb. 2024
  • Lady ate a fry and raised her eyebrows, added some to her tea.
    — Hazlitt, 14 June 2023
  • Make sure to check out its top sellers, paired with a side of seasoned fries, of course.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Half a block from that is Juan’s Bar and Grill, which has an A+ cheeseburger and fries.
    — Jeff MacGregor, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 June 2023
  • Each voucher is good for a combo of a coney dog or gyro, fries, and a pop.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 12 Mar. 2024
  • Plus, there are three types of fries to choose from when only a burger will fill that hunger gap.
    — Aoife O'Riordain, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2023
  • The Frosty and French fries combo has finally met its match.
    — Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 2 June 2023
  • Some ideas include smoothies, stir fries, soups, pesto, omelettes and wraps.
    — Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
  • The bets paid off and Shake Shack is paying for these sandwiches, fries and desserts as a result.
    — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 20 Dec. 2023
  • The Beyond Meat was used to form kebobs, top cheesy fries and make a classic burger.
    — The Courier-Journal, 2 May 2023
  • The sausage is loaded with coleslaw, French fries, and barbecue sauce for a massive feast.
    — Alex Darus, cleveland, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Customers can purchase the sandwich, value fries and a drink for $7.99.
    — Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Check out the stats on Wienerschnitzel’s #7 Crowd Pleaser combo: four chili dogs, four corn dogs and four chili cheese fries.
    — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Best food in the park: The best concession stands to hit up for burgers, ice cream, sandwiches, fries and more.
    — Scott Allen, Washington Post, 14 Apr. 2023
  • Add the contents of your stir fry kit, or your own pre-prepared vegetables, and sauté on high heat.
    — Julie Hirschhorn, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
  • Known for charbroiled burgers, chicken, fries and shakes, Carl’s Jr. is one of the heavy hitters of fast-food chains in the United States.
    — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 23 Apr. 2024
  • Burgers and hand-cut fries will be available for purchase.
    — Catherine Baty, Baltimore Sun, 7 July 2023
  • For example, a serving of large Cajun fries from Popeyes has two grams of trans fat.
    — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 27 June 2023
  • It can even be transformed into French fries with the help of your air fryer (or baked in the oven) for a delicious and healthy snack.
    — Samantha MacAvoy, Good Housekeeping, 15 Apr. 2023
  • Think truffle fries, potato chips, mac and cheese—and now, truffle can be part of your go-to fast food orders.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2023

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