Air fryers have become a popular appliance for those who want to enjoy fried foods without all the oil and calories. However, using an air fryer can also be confusing, especially for those new to this type of appliance. In this article, we’ll discuss 10 costly mistakes to avoid when using an air fryer. By avoiding these mistakes, you can ensure your air fryer is used safely and efficiently, and your fried foods come out perfectly every time.
1. Reshaping the Basket
It’s important to leave enough space in the basket for the hot air to circulate and cook food evenly. Overfilling the basket can lead to uneven cooking and longer cooking times.
2. Don’t Preheat the Air Fryer
Preheating your air fryer is important to ensure that food cooks evenly and efficiently. Before adding food, make sure to preheat the air fryer.
3. Using too much oil
While an air fryer requires a small amount of oil to cook food, using too much can lead to greasy and unhealthy results. It’s best to use a light spray of oil or a small amount brushed onto the food for best results.
4. Not shaking the basket
Shaking the basket during the cooking process helps redistribute the food and ensures even cooking. Remember to shake the basket every few minutes, especially when cooking larger items like chicken breasts.
5. Not using cooking spray
Cooking spray can help prevent food from sticking to the basket, making cleanup easier and ensuring even cooking.
6. Don’t adjust cooking times
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