Safety comes first with the Swan Stainless Steel Fryer; it has a fixed oil container to keep hot oil safely inside the appliance when in use. With a detachable basket and cool-touch handle you can easily and safely lower your food into the hot oil, with no risk of burning. We recommend to always wash the basket and trays after every use, even if it doesn’t appear dirty,' says Zoe McClean, Breville Senior Home Economist. 'Fat splashes and food residue can get easily baked on and will be difficult to remove if you leave it for a long time.' Now that you know how to use an air fryer, let’s take a look at the best things to cook in an air fryer: If you make frozen food like ravioli or dumplings in your air fryer, you’re definitely going to want to add a bit of oil to prevent dryness. However, most meats don’t need any excess oil, especially if you marinate first. Other frozen foods like onion rings don’t need any added oil as they are cooked in oil before being frozen.

Get that deep-fried taste you’re looking for by using a little oil. My favorite method is to use this EVO Oil Mister. If you’ve never used an air fryer before, these beginner recipes are the perfect place to start. I love them all, but favorites include garlic bread, ranch potatoes, french bread pizza, and air fryer apple wedges! Below you’ll find some of the most commonly asked questions on how to use an air fryer! Air Fryer Options Use silicone tongs to remove food from your air fryer instead of just dumping out the basket into a bowl. Do this to avoid any excess oil that could burn you or make your meal soggy and to not scratch it.

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Yes, air fryers are safe! You just need to follow a few rules to make sure that you’re using your air fryer correctly — and safely: There is a common misconception out there that an air fryer uses zero oil. While an air fryer is different from deep frying, you should use a small amount of oil in an air fryer. You can toss the food you’re cooking in a bit of oil, use a basting brush, or you can mist it with an EVO Oil Sprayer. Raw and frozen vegetables, like carrots, spaghetti squash and okra (here’s a whole list of air fryer vegetables to choose from!) Never fill an air fryer more than halfway full. This can cause uneven cooking and you can end up with half-burnt and half raw food. An air fryer is a countertop convection oven that comes in various sizes. It is designed to imitate the process of deep-frying without all of the grease and oil that comes along with it. The fan inside the air fryer circulates hot air at a high speed, resulting in a crisp layer on the outside of food.

Transparent viewing window on the lid so you can easily keep an eye on how your food is frying with the lid closed for safety, preventing oil splashes. Remember, proper maintenance will make your air fryer last longer! A dirty air fryer can result in bad tasting food and can cause your air fryer to malfunction. Or worse, it can result in a kitchen fire. Do You Use Oil in an Air Fryer? Like any other kitchen appliance, don’t forget to clean your air fryer! Air fryers should be at least lightly cleaned after each use. You should deep clean your air fryer every few weeks. It’s especially important that you clean the air fryer basket and drawer every time you use it.You can learn everything you need to know about cleaning your air fryer here. Keep your air fryer on a heat-resistant surface. Depending on the material of your countertops, you may need to buy a silicone mat or rolling tray to keep your counters safe. Remove fat and crumbs using a dry paper towel, which will help the cleaning process before you start washing. It's best to do this before your air fryer basket cools, but if any liquids have already solidified, rinsing some hot water in the air fryer basket or even letting the machine run for a minute or so to warm it up again is an easy way of wiping excess oils away from the basket. 3. Start washingI’ve been using my air fryer for years now and I’ve learned a thing or two along the way! Here are some of my favorite tips for cooking in an air fryer: Let’s take a closer look at how to use an air fryer. How to Use an Air Fryer: Questions and Answers Avoid burning your hands and forearms by using a long oven mitt or silicone tongs to remove food from your air fryer.