Yes, it's from the herb: Oregano oil is, as the name implies, oil from the oregano herb that is extracted by steam distillation. Or at least from an oregano herb â there are more than 40 varieties of the plant. According to Alive, the oil from Oreganum vulgare is believed to hold the most therapeutic benefit.
Fill the pot about halfway with oil and heat to 350 to 375 degrees. When you add the chicken, the temperature will drop. Keep it at 300 to 325 degrees while the chicken fries.
Follow the steps below for deep-frying success. 1  Choose an appropriate frying oil, one that has a higher smoke point than the desired cooking temperature. 2  Add the oil to a deep pot, but fill it no more than half full. 3  Preheat the oil to the cooking temperature.  Pat food dry with paper towels before frying. The presence of external moisture on foods can cause oil to splatter violently. Donât get too close to the oil. Use long tongs, a slotted deep-fry spoon, or a frying basket to insert and remove foods gently.