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Air Fryer Safety

Stay safe while using your air fryer as I outline all common to unknown air fryer user issues, of which I point out to you safety concerns mostly around heat.

Published 19th June 2024

Can you put Foil Trays in air fryer

Where foil trays would normally go in the oven, they can be used safely in an air fryer to cook ready meals and homemade dishes.

Published 16th June 2024

Can you use air fryer after washing

Rinse away every ounce of soap residue by running all components under a running tap, to reassure yourself its safe to use immediately.

Published 6th June 2024

Can you put Glass in an air fryer

If it can go in your oven, then the glass bowl or dish can be safely used in your air fryer, providing it can be managed with ease.

Published 1st June 2024

Can you air fry Raw Chicken Wings

Raw chicken wings will air fry extremely well, with the meat expected to by juicy because they cook at a reduced time, with the skin sure to get crispy.

Published 1st October 2023

Can you put Plastic in an air fryer

Ready meal plastic containers and re-useable trays can be air fried, while unknown plastic pots are likely to melt as demonstrated.

Published 21st September 2023

Do you clean your air fryer after every use

Air fryer baskets in particular must be cleaned after every use if you don't line it in foil or parchment paper; and if you do then just clean it twice weekly.

Published 5th September 2023

Does the Bottom of an air fryer get hot

Bottom of air fryers can stay completely cold when cooking but at most, the bottom of the air fryer will only reach a temperature of mild to warm.

Published 5th September 2023

How full can you fill an air fryer

I've learnt never to fill an air fryer basket no more than a single layer of food, spread out on the bottom of the basket, although ⅓ full should be fine.

Published 14th July 2023

Do air fryers smell

Air fryers are a typical kitchen appliance that can emit a plastic-like odor which will subside after a little use, preferably with NO food air fried at the time.

Published 30th May 2023

Can you use an air fryer outside

Air fryers are versatile as they are reliable, but that changes when taken outdoors as there's a risk of it falling or getting wet, which you must avoid.