"Fried food has its appeal; it's cheap, greasy, and filling - meaning good news for the buffet and bad news for customers. In an exclusive interview with Chowhound, Amie Alexander, registered dietitian at Nutri Peak, mentioned that one of the worst foods that you can get at a buffet is anything fried. They explain that as the food sits, it undergoes oxidation, resulting in an off-putting flavor."
"French fries might be a given, but greasy fried chicken tenders, tempura veggies, and fried shrimp are also ones that you may want to think twice about. If your heart is set on adding them to your plate, you may want to pay attention to when the staff refills the buffet to ensure that you are getting the freshest possible fare."
Buffets often feature abundant fried items that lose quality as they sit under heat lamps. Fried foods undergo oxidation while sitting, producing off-putting flavors and becoming soggy from oil and steam. Common buffet fried items include french fries, greasy chicken tenders, tempura vegetables, and fried shrimp. Customers can improve plate quality by watching when staff refills trays and sampling a small piece before committing to a full serving. Choosing roasted potatoes or baked or grilled meats offers similar satisfaction with better texture and flavor and reduces the risk of eating stale, oily fried fare.
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