Prohibited: see what NOT to do when using your Airfryer

You could mess up your electric fryer and you still don’t know it; check why

What we seek most in our daily life is ease and convenience. That’s why the Airfryer has been so successful in Brazilian kitchens. The appliance has become famous for cooking food quickly and healthily, without the need to use oil. However, with routine, we let some mistakes go unnoticed.

Therefore, we have compiled a list of the most common mistakes that can damage your electric fryer. Watch:

No need to store it indoors

Avoid storing the Airfryer in enclosed spaces, such as closets. It needs to be in an open, well-ventilated place, such as a kitchen counter. This simple attitude can make your fryer last much longer and not heat up easily.

Do not overload the Airfryer

While it is possible to put more food in the basket, try not to fill it to capacity, the fryer needs space for the hot air to circulate. With the container full, it is very likely that the food will not cook well or evenly.

If necessary, cook your meal in two stages, so everything will be prepared equally well.

Don’t forget to preheat

Just like the ovens we’re used to, Airfryers also perform best when preheated. Therefore, before preparing any food, preheat the fryer for 3-5 minutes, if there is an indication of the time on the package of the product you are preparing, follow the recommendation.

Do not try to prepare wet foods

Surely the electric fryer was not born to prepare liquid or very humid foods, they can cause problems that lead to the “premature death” of your Airfryer. liquid food.

So be careful and make sure you don’t put your appliance at risk.

Don’t leave your Airfryer dirty

Don’t forget to take care of cleaning your Airfryer. Washing the basket and the inner container is very simple, just wash it normally with a neutral detergent, like washing dishes. Do this, if possible, every time you use it, so there is no danger of dirt accumulating.

Internal cleaning of the appliance is also necessary, as residues and grease can accumulate during use. This cleaning needs to be more careful. With the fryer off and cold, remove the tray and turn the appliance upside down. With a brush, start removing grease and residue from the inside.

Then, use a sponge with warm water to finish cleaning the most difficult corners. Wash the sponge and repeat the process as many times as necessary. Finally, remove excess water with a cloth and turn the Airfryer back to its normal position.

Do not line or cover the basket

The Airfryer requires hot air circulation in order to cook food evenly, therefore it is not recommended to cover the basket with aluminum foil, baking paper or any other type of material. This is because it not only damages the recipe but can also overload the Airfryer and even burn it.

Beware of very large pieces

Of course it is possible to make recipes with large pieces of beef, pork, chicken and fish, however much better results are obtained with smaller pieces. Larger foods may be cooked unevenly, with parts overcooked and parts still undercooked.

Source: Terra

Ben

Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.