Yes, you can use your electric fryer outside. While a proportion of people choose to use their fryers outdoors because they emit cooking odors and can also be noisy to use. However, from a safety perspective, you should use your electric fryer only when there is a power outlet at close quarters because if you use an extension cord, it would increase the likelihood of a fire. It is also a safer option to opt for a model which has a breakaway cord that will pull off the cooker if you happen to trip on it accidentally.