Air fryer: the 9 most common mistakes to avoid to get crunchy and healthy food

Air fryer: the 9 most common mistakes to avoid to get crunchy and healthy food

The air fryer allows you to obtain a golden and crispy frying, but only if used correctly. Here are the most common mistakes.

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The air fryer allows you to obtain a golden and crispy frying, but only if used correctly. Here are the most common mistakes to avoid





La air fryer has become one of the best-selling and used appliances ever. Comfortable and practical, it lends itself to various preparations, but are you using it correctly? Here are the 9 most common mistakes people make with an air fryer.

Index

Skip the preheating for cooking fresh food

When you cook non-precooked foods, such as meat, fish, vegetables or potatoes, the preheating it is a fundamental procedure because it ensures optimal cooking, golden and crunchy on the outside, of fresh foods.

Using batters 

The air fryer is not like a classic deep fryer. If you enter the foods covered with a runny batter, the coating will slide into the basket and completely detach from the food.

Overfilling the basket

Another common mistake is overfill the basket. It is important to ensure that the ingredients have enough space to allow air to circulate efficiently, for crunchy, rather than steamed, food.

In fact, overfilling the basket causes uneven cooking and browning. (Read also: 5 alternatives to frying to make food tasty and tasty)

Do not turn the food

Using an air fryer is not that simple, to use it correctly and have a crisp and golden food evenly it is advisable to turn it constantly. Some models have a programmed setting that beeps to remind you turn the food; otherwise, we recommend that you set a timer.

Not cleaning it properly

For best results, it must be maintained cleaned the air fryer. Because? Any residue or crumbs can burn as well as leftover oil, which will affect the taste of the food, give the kitchen a bad smell and can even pose a fire hazard.



So after each use it is good clean around the fan and the inside of the unit with a microfiber cloth. Doing this while it is still hot also facilitates the process. Don't forget to check the manual to see if any accessories are dishwasher safe or must be hand washed. (Read also: Air fryer, how to clean it? Tips and tricks to keep it always at peak efficiency)

Do not give the appliance adequate space

Since air fryers are essentially small versions of fan-assisted ovens, they require space and ventilation during use. The advice is to dedicate an appropriate space to it, to allow airflow around the appliance, and place it on a stable, heat-resistant surface.

Add oil when not needed

Air fryers promise fried and tasty food without oil, especially for precooked foods.

All frozen and packaged foods such as chips, chicken or fish do not require oil as it is already present; however, for fresh ingredients, such as homemade chips or meat, a little oil can help brown them. To use very little oil and get a tasty and healthy dish, use a spray. (Read also: How to properly dispose and recycle used frying oil)

Do not dry the food 

Moisture is the biggest enemy when it comes to air frying, as it causes food to steam and soak. reduces crunchiness. To encourage browning, therefore, the advice is to pat dry with a sheet of absorbent paper.


Having unrealistic expectations

Finally, although air fryers have their advantages, they don't work wonders. It should be borne in mind that they cannot cook absolutely everything, so it is necessary to know which ingredients are suitable for this appliance, as there are some foods born to be fried in the old way, in a pan or in a deep fryer.


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