8 Air Fryer Mistakes You Should Avoid

By Ujjainee Roy

October 31st, 2023

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An air fryer is the easiest cooking equipment. However, there are some key rules which ensure safe usage and help you make the most of its potential. So, watch out for these air fryer blunders

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Skipping The Oil

Though the air-fryer promises non-oily food, you can't skip the oil altogether. Lightly brush oil onto the outside of the food or use an oil spray to coat with 1 layer

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Not Checking On The Food

Irrespective of the time and temperature mentioned in the manual, keep checking the progress on an air-fryer since it can get overcooked

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Overfilling The Tray

Irrespective of the time and temperature mentioned in the manual, keep checking the progress on an air-fryer since it can get overcooked

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Cooking Wet Food Or Batter

Batters and other wet coatings don't work in an air fryer because they stick to the basket and drip through the holes in the bottom which can make a mess

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You've Purchased The Wrong Size

A 2-quart air fryer is only good for someone who cooks 1 or 2 people, family-sized dinners need bigger fryers

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Not Protecting Countertops

Some air fryers get hot enough on the outside that they can damage your countertop or nearby appliances. Always put something heat-safe under the fryer

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Not Leaving Enough Space Around The Fryer

The safest way to use air fryer is to place them in an empty, dry space with enough space on four sides so it doesn't come in contact with other appliances

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Skipping The Preheating

Unlike an oven an air fryer will preheat in just a short amount of time. Skipping it, however, may affect your recipes

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