The New Air Fryer Cookbook. Williams Sonoma Test Kitchen

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      Airfryer Tips & Tricks

      The recipes in this book were developed using a Philips XXL Airfryer and Philips TurboStar Avance and should work well in any airfyer models, as well as in the Cuisinart Air Fryer Oven and high-performing countertop ovens featuring airfryer modes. Preparing food with an airfryer is easy to do. Employ these simple tips for using and caring for your appliance to maximize your cooking experience.

      Shakeit

      Be sure to open the Airfryer and shake foods around as they “fry” in the machine’s basket. This is especially important for smaller foods like fries and chips, which can easily compress. For the best results, rotate the foods every 5–10 minutes.

      Don’t crowd foods

      Give foods plenty of space so the air can circulate effectively. That’s what gives you light, crisp results. A “max” line on the cooking basket indicates maximum capacity. Do not stack foods; cook large amounts in batches, or use the double layer rack accessory. Leave at least 1½ inches of headroom when filling the baking dish to prevent food from bubbling over.

      Give foods a spray

      To ensure foods don’t stick to the cooking basket, lightly spray them and/or the basket with cooking spray or add just a bit of oil.

      Keep it dry

      Pat foods dry before cooking (if they are marinated, for example) to avoid splattering

      and excess smoke. If necessary, attach the splatter-proof lid (if your airfryer has one) to the cooking basket. Similarly, when cooking high-fat foods like chicken wings, make sure to empty the fat from the bottom of the machine every two or three batches you cook.

      Master other cooking methods

      The Airfryer isn’t just for frying. Some models are also great for other cooking methods, such asbaking,roasting, and grilling.

      Clean well

      After each use, clean the Airfryer thoroughly to remove any oil, as it can cause smoke the next time you use the appliance. When cooking isfinished, unplug theairfryer and let it cool. Remove the cooking basket and wash it in a dishwasher or with hot, soapy water and a nonabrasive sponge.Thoroughlyclean the interior of the appliance with hot, soapy water and a nonabrasive sponge, then let dry completely before storing. To avoid damaging the electrical components, never submerge the housing in water or rinse it under the tap.