How I Clean and Reuse Frying Oil (and Why You Should Too) I fry a lot of food at home—it’s one of the easiest ways to recreate fast food flavors on a budget. But if you’re tossing your oil after one use, you’re literally pouring money in the trash. Here’s how I clean and reuse my oil to make it last: 🧼 Step-by-Step: How to Clean Used Frying Oil Let the oil cool slightly (you want it warm enough to flow easily, but not hot). Set up a bowl with a mesh strainer lined with a clean cotton towel (not