Many people unnecessarily limit their thinking about hot air frying recipes to being complete, “one pot” type dishes made all or entirely in the air fryer. Thinking outside that box opens up a whole new range of dishes you can make. The hot air fryer can play a vital supporting role as your sous-chef —… Read More »
Roasted Vegetable Pasta Salad
This might be just about the best pasta salad you make all summer. Mind you, it’s hard to think of a pasta salad that I’ve met that I haven’t liked… but this honestly is up there at the top of the list. And, it’s only 121 calories per cup / 150 g, amazing! It was… Read More »
Crumb coating in hot air fryers
Hot air fryers are fabulous at cooking foods with crumb coatings on them. You can’t a use paddle-type air fryer with the paddle in, though, or the paddle will rip the coating off. You need to take the paddle out, or use a basket-type air fryer, or a paddle-type that has been specially adapted, such… Read More »
Good fats for hot air fryers
Hot air frying allows you to use a wider range of far more interesting cooking fats than you would normally, because they are needed in such small quantities – some would be either too dear or too strong tasting in large quantities, or both. This is a brief overview of some cooking fats you may… Read More »
How to use a potato chipper
A potato chipper to make chips / French fries with is very easy to use, and once you’ve used one, you’ll be spoiled for life from how easy it is. Whether you peel your potatoes or not is up to you — there are arguments for and against. If you don’t peel them, then give… Read More »
Garlic and vermouth roasted mushrooms
Incredibly delicious and morish chunks of flavourful, juicy mushrooms. So easy to make, too — and easy to make ahead and reheat. For paddle-type air fryers. Print Garlic and vermouth roasted mushrooms Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 40 mins Serves: 4 Serving size: 1 cup / 160 g Calories: 92 Fat: 3.9 Delicious chunks… Read More »
Fried Tofu Balls
These tofu balls are a great side addition to any Asian-style meal. They are crisp and crunchy on the outside, soft and succulent on the inside, and provide good protein. Despite their deep-fried appearance, 6 of ’em are only 140 calories / 4 Weight Watchers® PointsPlus™. You can serve these with a big feed of… Read More »
Maple Glazed Roasted Parsnips
Chunks of parsnip roasted in duck fat to make them sweet and chewy, then glazed in maple syrup. Parsnip lovers will think someone robbed heaven’s candy store just for them. You can make this in a paddle-type or a basket-type air fryer. Makes 3 cups ( 360 g). Print Maple Glazed Roasted Parsnips Prep time: … Read More »
Barley, Mushroom and Sweet Potato Risotto
This risotto has the classic hearty, satisifying flavour combination of barley and mushroom. A cup of this is very nice as a starter in the Italian fashion at any time of year, followed by a main course of meat and veg. For paddle-type air fryers such as an Actifry™. Makes 12 cups (3 kg.)… Read More »
Maple-Syrup Glazed Beets Air Roasted in Duck Fat
Chunks of succulent beetroot roasted in duck fat, then glazed in maple syrup. These toothsome nuggets of roasted beets have a wonderfully decadent, luxurious flavour. The mellow sweetness of maple syrup complements the earthy tones of the beets’ flavour while highlighting their natural sweetness without masking it. The duck fat helps to crisp the… Read More »