Deep-fry

Crunchy, salty, and fried. Who knew turnips could taste this good? 

Fried artichokes have long been associated with the Jewish Ghetto in Rome. Briefly blanching the artichokes makes it easier to bend the leaves outward into the shape of a flower.

It's hard to imagine anything tastier than this spicy Asian fish fry. Fried fish, meet addictive dipping sauce.

If there isn't a salumi plate, it can't be a modern Italian restaurant. Chef Frank Bonanno at the Osteria Marco in Denver takes the trend one step further, adding house-made relish and fluffy fried dough.

Why are those incredible fries at your favorite burger joint impossible to replicate? Here's one thing to consider: They aren't starting out with fresh frying oil every morning.