Why air fryers are a ‘game-changer’ that make cooking at home healthier and easier
Food bloggers who swear by air fryers give tips on cooking low-fat dishes from salmon to broccoli and share what to consider when buying one
French fries are apparently crunchier, salmon juicier and roasted broccoli even crispier when cooked with a fast, fat-free air fryer. Amateur chefs love the versatile gadgets that do not cause smells in the kitchen.
“A hot-air fryer is a kitchen appliance in which food can be deep-fried, grilled, baked and cooked using hot air,” says Steffi Sinzenich, who runs a food blog.
“Food becomes particularly crispy and hardly any oil is needed. Things like French fries or breaded dishes are lower in fat and healthier.
“The circulating hot air means that food is cooked evenly and usually faster than in an oven.”
Air fryers have a closed oven, so there is no smell of fat in the kitchen. That is why many like making burgers and meatballs in an air fryer.
Most appliances have fixed programmes with preset temperatures and cooking times for dishes like French fries, vegetables, meat or bread, making them easier to use.