Air fryers are known for succulent wings and crispy French fries , but these powerful super-convection ovens can do so much more than just party fare. From flavorful veggies to fall-off-the-bone roasts, I've been singing the praises of using air fryers when it comes to prepping a variety of meals for a while now. Forget the microwave .
You don't need an oven, either. These countertop cookers can make absolutely delectable meals in minutes, and now that I've discovered their superpower, there are some meals I just won't go back to cooking the "regular" way. The biggest reason I use my air fryer so much is for the reliable results -- air fryers give a great crust to foods via fan-powered convection cooking -- but it also takes less time to cook food than with most other methods.
As if that wasn't enough, air fryers are easy to clean since most feature a nonstick basket that only requires a quick rinse with soapy water, and there is very seldom any food caked on the bottom that needs scrubbing. The air fryer basket also contains any splatter that might otherwise create a mess on the counter or stove. While there are a few holdouts that I still cook in the big oven or on the stovetop, the list grows smaller by the year.
Here are seven things I'll cook only in the air fryer from now on. Salmon Just 8 minutes in the air fryer and you have perfectly medium rare salmon. Roasted salmon is a simple, healthy weeknight dinner staple.
It's not difficult to make in the oven, but if you're .
