Use your microwave if you’re only cooking for one – and we don’t just mean heating up ready meals. You might just be surprised at how versatile your microwave is, especially with the help of our microwave cookware. It’s worth considering a multicooker too. These multitasking marvels can do all sorts in the kitchen – from cooking rice to making cakes, and whipping up curries and casseroles. If there are any burned-on bits of food that can’t be removed by the sponge alone, make up a paste of baking soda and water and place it onto the stubborn parts. Leave this to work for 20 minutes, or, if you’re short on time, gently buff this solution with an old toothbrush. Basket style with heating elements: tall, slim air-fryers feature a main unit with heating elements and fans. These have slide-out baskets or trays that slot into place inside. As they tend to have a smaller cooking area than oven-style fryers, in testing we found even results were more likely if the cooking was paused occasionally to rearrange or toss the food around. Some fryers will cut out automatically when you do this, some will need to be paused if you want accurate timings. Place into the air fryer. Air fry at 200°C for 10 minutes, shaking once halfway through the cycle. Season immediately with salt (or whatever you fancy) when they are done.

A lovely deep ridged inner helps grip hot trays and handles without fear of slipping. Our only grouch with the mitts is they are pretty small, which is OK for small to medium hands, but large hands would be unlikely to be able to use them. The quality and build of the accessory and its fitness to use in air frying, especially around the high heat of fryers. And finally, a long-standing customer favourite, the Remoska does almost everything your oven can and uses only a fraction of the electricity. Mini oven’ types: these models use convection or fan technology to cook food on flat, slide-in trays. As well as roasting, their extra air-frying functions circulate hot air around the food for more efficient crisping. These took up the space of an average-sized microwave. Some may also include rotisserie elements. Cut the potatoes lengthwise into 1cm slices. Lay the slices flat and cut lengthwise again into 1cm pieces.Air-fryers differ in size and versatility, so it’s worth considering the following while you do your research. The sustainability of the accessory is reusable, of a quality to be used repeatably, and fit for purpose. We tested the liner with a batch of fat chips sprayed with a bit of oil. With the liner, the chips took a couple of minutes longer than without, but the result was the same for both, with golden, crisp chips with a deliciously soft middle.

Because you use virtually no oil during cooking, air fryers are relatively easy to clean. On most models, the crisper drawer and tray can be removed and simply hand-washed in hot soapy water. To clean the base unit and control panel, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly before storing. Job done. Which air fryer is best for me? You don't have permission to access "http://www.homedepot.com/p/Frigidaire-ReadyCook-Air-Fry-Tray-AIRFRYTRAY/310266765" on this server. Can it be repaired independently? If the warranty on your appliance has expired, find out whether any independent appliance repairs services will fix it for you. Research recommended and trusted traders in your area, and they may be able to come out and take a look for you.When doing a deeper clean, be aware that the main unit of the air fryer cannot be submerged; this will need to be cleaned by hand, too.

Whether you want to upgrade to a newer model, or your air-fryer has reached the end of its life, knowing how and where to dispose of your appliance is important to avoid creating more e-waste.The casing is covered in soft silicone to seal and prevent food lodging in the crevices. In addition, it is washable with antimicrobial technology to reduce bacterial growth, making it super safe to use.

With the cost of living biting hard, you might be looking for more ways to save energy by not switching on your main oven. We’ve got lots of other options for you to consider. Try slow cooking – it’s great for making the most of cheaper cuts of meat and batch cooking to build up a freezerful of nutritious meals to feed your family. Read our blog on how to make the most of every ingredient and cut down on food waste. Use a sponge/cloth with a water and washing-up liquid solution or an all-purpose cleaner (try to opt for an eco all-purpose cleaner to avoid aggressive chemicals).