Your ultimate guide to Air-Fryer cooking: Tips, benefits, recipes

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The air fryer has become a staple in modern kitchens, offering a healthier and more efficient way to prepare your favourite dishes. In this blog, we'll delve into all things air fryer.

How Air Fryers Work

An air fryer circulates hot air around your food using a powerful fan, creating a crispy exterior similar to deep-frying but with significantly less oil. This rapid air technology ensures even cooking and a delightful crunch without the added calories.​

Air fried crispy salmon with scrambled eggsʕ·͡ᴥ·ʔ Recipe by Ian Ng
Great recipe for Air fried crispy salmon with scrambled eggsʕ·͡ᴥ·ʔ.
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Sumac air-fried sweet potatoes Recipe by home-cooking love
Sumac adds a tart citrusy taste to sweet potatoes 🍠
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Benefits of Using an Air Fryer

  • Healthier Meals: Achieve the crispy texture of fried foods using up to 80% less oil, reducing fat and calorie intake.

  • Faster Cooking: Air fryers preheat quickly and cook food faster than conventional ovens, saving time in the kitchen.

  • Versatility: From appetizers to desserts, air fryers can handle a wide range of recipes, including baking and roasting.

  • Energy Efficiency: Their compact size and rapid cooking reduce energy consumption compared to traditional ovens.

  • Easy Cleanup: Non-stick baskets and dishwasher-safe components make cleaning up a breeze.​

Air fried khari (twisted puffs) Recipe by Rekha Bapodra
Great recipe for Air fried khari (twisted puffs).
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Air Fryer Yorkshire Pudding Recipe by Vic Gardner
This was a test run to see if it would work. They came out quite well.
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Delicious Air Fryer Recipes to Try


Looking for easy, tasty ways to make the most of your air fryer? Whether you're craving crispy snacks or wholesome meals, these air fryer recipe ideas cover it all:

▪ Appetizers: Try golden-brown air fryer mozzarella sticks, crispy chickpeas, or stuffed mushroom bites—perfect for party starters or quick snacks.

Perfect Crispy Chickpeas with Air Fryer Recipe by Pakprawee
Perfect Crispy Chickpeas with air fryer, easy and a few ingredients. Great and healthy snacks please don’t skip this recipe ‼️
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Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe by Air Fry with Me
Simple ingredients and easy preparation, here is a tasty and low carb stuffed mushroom with an Asian Flair.
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▪ Main Dishes: From juicy air fryer chicken thighs to salmon fillets with herbs or even stuffed bell peppers, the air fryer delivers weeknight dinners in no time.

Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Legs: Recipe by Lubna’s Kitchen
Crispy chicken legs done in the air fryer - a great way of keeping all the juices in the chicken whilst giving you that lovely crispy skin. #Halloween #chicken #chickenLegs #AirFryer #easy
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Veg Stuffed Bell Peppers In Gravy Recipe by Rumana Irfan
#Jan #W3 #Cookpad_India This is an awesome healthy recipe made in very less oil and tastes amazing. You can serve it as an appetizer or as a main course. Filling can be made in many different ways of your choice be it veg or non-veg. Let’s begin...
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▪ Vegetable Sides: Enjoy air fryer sweet potato fries, spiced cauliflower florets, or zucchini chips—crunchy, healthy, and satisfying.

Mushroom Cauliflower Popcorn Recipe by Vaishali Suhas
#rain21 #zerooilrecipe #Nooilrecipe #cookpadindia Try out this easy weasy zero oil popcorn recipe made with marinated mushrooms and cauliflower. The result was amazingly delicious! #mushrooms #starter #snack #partysnack #vitaminD #highprotein
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Zucchini fries 🍟 Recipe by Marianna Christodoulou
This is quick easy and the most delicious pre dinner snack 😉 serve with simple yogurt garlic sauce or tzatziki 🥳
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▪ Baked Goods: Yes, you can bake in an air fryer! Try air fryer banana bread muffins, cheddar biscuits, or mini scones with a crisp golden crust.

Nutella and Banana Bread Pudding Recipe by Air Fry with Me
Crunchy on top and moist on the inside, this chocolaty flavored banana breading cups are an easy and tasty way to start your day.
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Mini Cheese Scones Recipe by LeesLens
These mini scones are very hard to stop eating! Eat them warm or cold with butter. #MyCookbook #afternoontea
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▪ Desserts: End on a sweet note with air fryer donuts, chocolate blueberry cheesecake, or baked apples with honey and nuts.

Baked Donuts Recipe by Kuldeep Kaur
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Apple Pie Bombs Baked in an Air Fryer Recipe by HomeCookJournal
Who can resist an apple pie bomb baked in an air fryer?! The apple pie filling sauce explodes in your mouth immediately once you take a bite on the crispy, chewy outer crust covered with cinnamon sugar! Full recipe here: https://youtu.be/VEH1NyMTnKE In this recipe, I used homemade buttermilk biscuit…
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Top Tips for Air Fryer Success

  • Use Parchment Paper: Prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.

  • Avoid Overcrowding: Ensures even cooking by allowing proper air circulation.

  • Preheat When Necessary: Some recipes benefit from a short preheating period for optimal results.

  • Light Oil Mist: A light spray of oil can enhance crispiness without adding excess fat.

  • Experiment with Baking: Try baking cookies, brownies, or small cakes using silicone molds or ramekins.

  • Grease the Basket: Lightly oiling the basket can help prevent delicate foods from sticking.​

  • Regular Cleaning: Maintains performance and extends appliance life.​

Air fryer corn ribs 🌽 Recipe by Clare Knivett
A great way to make corn go further, it also makes a great vegetarian dish for the BBQ!
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Air fried ladoo Recipe by Rekha Bapodra
With special ingredient of vermicelli which gives a nice crunch.
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These quick and delicious air fryer recipes are perfect for busy days, healthy eating, or just experimenting with something new in the kitchen!

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Delicious variety of easy air fryer recipes
Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, make the most of your air fryer with these delicious and easy recipes.
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