Air Fryer buying guide

Yes, some people use baking paper in their air fryer for easier clean-ups. However, this means hot air will not come into direct contact with all sides of your food, so it will be less crispy.

Air fryers work by blowing hot, dry air rapidly around food in a perforated basket to produce a convection effect that cooks and browns the exterior of the food, for a result that’s closer to frying than baking.

Air fryers use heated air to cook, not oil, so food cooked in an air fryer is healthier than that same food would be if cooked by deep-frying or frying in a shallow pan. Some ingredients still require a brush or spray of oil to ensure a crispy texture.

Easy! Simply wipe the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth, then remove the basket or drawer, and either handwash it or pop it in the dishwasher (if your instruction manual says it’s dishwasher safe). You should clean your air fryer after every use. Avoid using metal utensils to remove grease from the cooking chamber, as they may damage the non-stick coating.

It is safe to use foil in an air fryer. However, ensure the foil is weighted so it doesn’t blow around the basket, and make sure it doesn’t touch the heating element. Wrapping food in foil may also reduce the crisping effect of the air-frying process.

For restaurant-worthy salmon that’s crispy on the outside and flaky and tender in the centre, you can’t beat an air fryer. Place your seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin side up, and air-fry for 6-10 minutes at 180℃, depending on their thickness.

Absolutely, you can. Air fryers are perfect for cooking frozen food.