Air fryers have gained popularity in the UK for their ability to cook food quickly and with less oil than traditional frying methods. Here are five delicious air fryer recipes that you can try:
1. Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings:
– Toss chicken wings with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices.
– Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
– Place the wings in the air fryer basket and cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
– Once cooked, toss the wings in your favorite sauce (e.g., buffalo, BBQ) and serve.
2. Air Fryer Fish and Chips:
– Cut white fish fillets into strips or small pieces.
– In one bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk an egg.
– Dip the fish pieces in the egg, then coat with the flour mixture.
– Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
– Place the coated fish pieces in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
– Serve with air-fried chips (thinly sliced potatoes) and tartar sauce.
3. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries:
– Cut sweet potatoes into thin fries or wedges.
– Toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, paprika, and garlic powder.
– Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
– Place the sweet potato fries in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking or flipping them halfway through.
– Sprinkle with a little more salt and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
4. Air Fryer Veggie Spring Rolls:
– Prepare a mixture of shredded cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and bean sprouts.
– Season the vegetable mixture with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a splash of sesame oil.
– Place a spoonful of the vegetable mixture in a spring roll wrapper and roll it tightly, sealing the edges with water.
– Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
– Lightly brush the spring rolls with oil and place them in the air fryer basket.
– Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the spring rolls are crispy and golden brown.
– Serve with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping.
5. Air Fryer Apple Chips:
– Slice apples thinly (about 1/8 inch thick) and remove the seeds.
– Toss the apple slices in a bowl with cinnamon and a little sugar if desired.
– Preheat the air fryer to 120°C (250°F).
– Place the apple slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping them once or twice during cooking.
– Remove the chips from the air fryer when they are crispy and lightly golden.
– Allow them to cool before serving as a healthy snack.
These recipes are a great starting point, but feel free to experiment with different seasonings and ingredients to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy your air fryer cooking adventures!
