[header] How to fry [title] Select your oil carefully. [step] Butter and other oils with a low smoke point shouldn't be used. The best choices are canola oil, grapeseed oil, vegetable oil, corn oil, peanut oil, safflower oil and sunflower oil. 
[substeps] Olive oil is also a popular choice for small, shallow fried foods. [title] Get a frying pan or skillet.