How To Use Philips Air Fryer For The First Time And Get It Right

Congrats on buying your air fryer. Now you must be wondering how to use Philips air fryer for the first time. Philips has the best compact model, according to the Good Housekeeping test kitchen. It can cook two servings at a time, making it an economical investment for a single household or young couple. It also comes equipped with a splatter lid, which most other models do not have.

Unboxing Your New Phillips Air Fryer

Fresh from the box you will find:

• Your new Air Fryer Oven (Obviously)
• A Drip Pan
• A Rotisserie fetch tool
• Your rotisserie basket
• 2 cooking trays (some models have even more than 2)
• And rotisserie spit and forks

Top 10 FAQs To Get You Ready To Use Philips Air Fryer For The First Time

1.What food can you cook in an air fryer?

The air fryer is appropriate for cooking a vast variety of foods, from fried chicken pieces to French fries to roasted vegetables and sweet or savory muffins. Foods that you want to come out crispy with less oil are ideally suited to the air fryer, and it is excellent for crisping up leftovers in no time.

2.How does an air fryer compare with an oven?

An air fryer works somewhat like an oven with its even circulation of controlled heat, but it is more energy-efficient and can produce results that are closer to deep-frying than a conventional oven. It is more akin to the expensive convection ovens on the market, but it has greater functionality than many of those, allowing you to roast, bake, and grill along with crisping up “fried” foods.

3.Why is my food not very crispy or dry?

This is likely the result of not using quite enough oil. While the air fryer allows you to use much less oil than traditional deep-frying cooking methods, you still must add some oil to achieve a fried-like result. Otherwise, you are just baking food without producing the browned crispiness that you wish to achieve. Experiment by adding just a little bit more oil each time until you get the desired result.

4.How can I get rid of lingering odors in my air fryer?

That is often the result of improper cleaning after use: be sure to clean not only the basket, but the drawer below the basket, and thoroughly wipe out the unit with a damp paper towel. If odors persist after cleaning, then run the air fryer for a few minutes without food to burn off unwanted smells.

5.What is wrong if I see smoke coming out of my air fryer?

If you see smoke emanating from your air fryer, it is probably because you added too much oil: when this happens, oil pools in the bottom of the unit, getting too close to the heat source and causing it to smoke. However, if your unit starts to emit black smoke, this could indicate an electrical issue with the unit itself; stop using it and have it checked in this case.

6.How safe are air fryers?

When manual instructions are followed, air fryers are extremely safe; in fact, they are safer than stovetop frying in that the risk for fire and injury is statistically lower. As with any cooking appliance, use caution when operating since all components will get quite hot. Always have potholders or oven mittens and tongs handy when cooking in your air fryer.

7.Can I use aluminum foil in the air fryer?

You can use aluminum foil in your air fryer should a recipe call for it. Just be sure that you don’t place it directly on the bottom surface of the fryer. Not only could this cause burning, but it also impedes the circulation of air that the fryer depends upon for even, crispy cooking.

8.Is it okay to put liquid in the air fryer?

Air fryers work better to crisp and brown food when there isn’t a lot of liquid presents. Having said that, you can certainly cook marinated and breaded foods in the air fryer, both of which have added liquid: just be sure in the first place to blot food dry and, in the second instance, to bread properly as discussed in Tips for Best Results.

9.Is air fryer cooking healthier than other methods?

Certainly, air fryer cooking is healthier than deep-frying or oven-baking that relies on lots of oil for delicious, crispy results. It allows you to mimic the texture and flavor of fatty, fried food with much less oil, which keeps your cooking convenient and healthy.

10.Is it worth it to invest in an air fryer?

Yes! Especially if you are interested in cooking healthy, fresh, and crispy, delicious foods, an air fryer can be a convenient, efficient, and versatile investment for your needs. Try some of the recipes that follow to see just how amazing these units can be.

Easy Recipe To Show You How To Use Phillips Air Fryer For The First Time

Here is a simple recipe to help get you started.

Avocado Quesadillas

Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 11 minutes | Serves 4

Ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 2 tablespoons skim milk
• Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
• Cooking spray
• 4 flour tortillas
• 2 ounces (57 g) Cheddar cheese, grated
• 4 tablespoons salsa
• ½ small avocado, peeled and thinly sliced

Directions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 270ºF (132ºC).
2. Beat together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Spray a baking pan lightly with cooking spray and add egg mixture.
4. Bake for 8 minutes, stirring every 1 to 2 minutes, until eggs are scrambled to the liking. Remove and set aside.
5. Spray one side of each tortilla with cooking spray. Flip over.
6. Divide eggs, salsa, cheese, and avocado among the tortillas, covering only half of each tortilla.
7. Fold each tortilla in half and press down lightly. Increase the temperature of the air fryer to 390ºF (199ºC).
8. Put 2 tortillas in air fryer basket and air fry for 3 minutes or until cheese melts and outside feels slightly crispy. Repeat with remaining two tortillas.
9. Cut each cooked tortilla into halves. Serve warm.

Final Thoughts

Using your air fryer for the first time and be an intimidating feat. But rest assured that there is nothing to fear. The tips above should be able to get you well on your way in your Phillips air fryer journey. So, go out and start cooking.

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