Air fryers are known for making crispy wings and crunchy French fries, but these powerful superconvection ovens make a whole lot more than party fare. From healthy fish to Sunday roast chicken, I've discovered the joys of using an air fryer in a range of recipes. I even use the air fryer to bake on occasion, and I've found the countertop cookers can make perfectly medium-rare burgers and reheat leftovers better than even the most advanced microwave .
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 only cooking for one or two people, the preheating time is a pain in the butt. Pan-seared salmon is great an.
