Sheldon wrote:
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> No more or less risk.

Oh? The purpose-built deep-fryer will have a thermostat
to prevent overheating, cracking the oil, and subsequent
major fire. It will also have a stable footing, compared
to a pot sitting on a stovetop. A big one will have a
spigot for draining the oil safely, rather than tipping
the pot over to pour its contents into another container.