Although the airfryer tempts with its simplicity of use, not all products can be prepared in this device. Some foods may fall apart, others will cause smoke and unpleasant odors, and some may even damage the device.
Not every ingredient tolerates hot air as well as fries or cutlets. Airfryer does not like very wet or ultra-light products. Fresh cucumber, watermelon, tomato Whether spinach leaves they will quickly turn into a watery mush, a kale Whether creepy they can fly around the basket and touch the heater. Effect? Smoke, burns and a burning smell lingering throughout the kitchen.
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Fatty meats are another trap. Bacon, chuck steak Whether ribs when frying, they spray with heated fat. This, in turn, hits the heater, creating smoke inside the device. Instead of taking risks, choose leaner meats: chicken legs, turkey cutlets or thin fillets. Don’t put it in either large pieces. A whole chicken or roast blocks airflow. They will be golden on the outside, but raw on the inside.
Cheeseespecially soft ones, such as mozzarella or camembert, are a real challenge for an airfryer. Under the influence of high temperature, they melt quickly and flow to the bottom of the basket, where they burn in a few seconds. They behave similarly wet cakes, dense masses i tempura. Before they have a chance to cut, they already start to burn. If you want a crispy coating, use dry panko instead of the classic flour and egg. Just spray it lightly with spray oil, it will make the dish golden and crispy and the equipment will remain clean.
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Not every one fish suitable for hot air frying. Fillets with a high water content may fall apart and become thin puff pastry they bake unevenly. They will simply be burnt on the outside and raw on the inside. Choose thicker pieces and set a lower temperature to avoid disaster. Definitely avoid liquid foods: soups, sauces, groats and popcorn are the worst possible choice. Spilled food may burn the inside of the device, and popcorn particles will be carried away by the fan. Effect? Smoke, stench and risk of permanent damage to equipment.
Airfryer doesn’t like it plastic. Even containers marked as “heat resistant” can deform, and melted fragments will permanently damage the device. Also watch out for glass. If it is not heat-resistant, it will crack due to the temperature difference. Porcelain with metallic decorations also out. It may discolor and even emit harmful substances.
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You also have to be careful with paper. Napkins, paper towels Whether cardboard that’s a recipe for fire. If you use baking paper, choose only perforated paper weighed down with food. Covering the basket completely blocks the air flow and prevents the food from getting crispy. Also be careful with aluminum foil. It can be used as a “boat”, but it must be pressed well so as not to touch the heater.
