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So who has an air fryer and how do you use it? Do you have a recipe book? Just tried a quiche recipe from mine, came out okay but the silicon dish I have was tight in the basket and stopped the air flow so it took ages to set . Tipped it out upside down and managed to get it in the basket with no dish, pastry was still raw on bottom but 15mins and it was cooked. Tastes fine, had a big slice for lunch.

Mostly for cooking drumsticks and chicken thighs.  The oil accumulates and it takes a while to clean but the chicken tastes great if I marinade it overnight.

Reheating Chinese pork I buy at the Asian Market.

Yes, I have one. I cook a variety of things with it.

I got one at 80% off during my final few days at Wilko's. We didn't want one, but couldn't pass up the price. They're OK for small batches of little things, but most UK kitchens just don't have the counter space for one.

Our air fryer is my go to cooking appliance.  I use it for nearly at least part of every meal.  Cook lots of frozen entries.  Have found it is helpful to put an item in microwave for about half recommended time, then finish with half air fryer time in the air fryer.  Cuts cooking time while producing a better finish over microwave only.

Coral 

All I cook these days is small batches of little things!
The practice helps me improve my cooking.

Last time I pan fried shrimp I added some Japanese red pepper and liked it a lot.

I'd say we use ours 4-5 times per week, at minimum.

It's excellent for some vegetables (asparagus, green beans, Brussels sprouts, e.g.) while others such as broccoli and cauliflower do better, I believe, roasting in the oven.

It shines with potatoes- regular and sweet. We've done fries, we've done cubed... you can really get crispy with a bit of extra effort.

Chicken wings are excellent, as are chicken tenders / fish in a crisp coating.

I've used it often to make roasted chickpeas as well. So easy and versatile.

Oh and all manners of wraps, quesadillas, etc of course. Big fan of Mission Protein wraps.

Regularly use mine, it does take some experimentation. As you say, cooking quicker on top is one problem, I'm thinking of trying to find a rack to raise up the item, so air gets underneath.

Temperature needs to be much lower than the recipe, at least 20C.

I've given up on fries and chips- too uneven- and much easier in the chip pan.

I like the mini part-cooked baguettes and Greggs stuff from Iceland but even that you need to turn over after half the cooking time.

Cook a 9" pizza once a week by squaring it off before cooking. Settle for the base not cooking well.

I may get a new one.  The ones that are hard to clean are no fun.

I mean you can use liners.  But if the trays are not dishwasher safe, that is not good!

They are handy for cooking somethings. They make good fries and fish.

Some air fryers can be used as food dehydrators.

Some air fryers have two separately controlled cooking compartments.

This allows you to cook different foods and even have them be ready to eat at nearly the same time. 

Air fryers come in various styles, capacities, pricing, capabilities, and countertop space requirements.

There are many brands and manufacturers.

Some even have French doors.

Try to get an air fryer where you can wash the food tray (or container), racks, drip trays, etc. in the dishwasher

However, it is probably better to wash by hand, and to wash frequently.  Dishwasher safe components though are a plus.

Most in the USA are priced between $60 - $250 to $300.  Many models are available at $150 or less.


Chrissy

I love my air fryer and my air fryer loves me..  no, that's not weird.. not at all..  :embarrassed:

They are good to have around. 

Still need other countertop cooking appliances though, such as a good pressure cooker.

I like my "automatic" potato peeler! 


Chrissy

Quote from: sandrauk on April 29, 2024, 03:41:54 AMRegularly use mine, it does take some experimentation. As you say, cooking quicker on top is one problem, I'm thinking of trying to find a rack to raise up the item, so air gets underneath.

Temperature needs to be much lower than the recipe, at least 20C.

I've given up on fries and chips- too uneven- and much easier in the chip pan.

I like the mini part-cooked baguettes and Greggs stuff from Iceland but even that you need to turn over after half the cooking time.

Cook a 9" pizza once a week by squaring it off before cooking. Settle for the base not cooking well.

Thanks for sharing Sandra.



Merry Christmas!




Chrissy

Quote from: SoupSarah on October 13, 2024, 09:33:24 PMI love my air fryer and my air fryer loves me..  no, that's not weird.. not at all..  :embarrassed:

They are good appliances, that is for sure!

Merry Christmas Sarah!

Chrissy