What is an Air Fryer and how does it work?

The air fryer is an alternative solution to the classic fryer, which cooks food by heating oil.

With a series of fans, it transfers hot air around and inside the food, so that it is cooked evenly.

Its design prevents hot air from escaping, but evenly distributes it through fans in the food.

What is its main advantage?

What sets it apart is that for cooking food, a much smaller amount of oil is required compared to a traditional fryer or a simple pan.

The exact amount depends on each device and your taste preferences!

Also see: Guide to buying with suggestions from the best air fryers on the market!

What can I cook in an Air Fryer?

Practically, anything you could make in a fryer or oven, you can cook in an Air Fryer. That is, almost everything. From crispy potatoes, chicken, meat, to cakes!

Did we convince you to try it out? 

If yes, we did our research and found a simple and delicious recipe for you to experiment with your new Air Fryer. Chicken nuggets!

Air Fryer Recipe - Chicken Nuggets 

Ingredients

• 250 grams chicken fillet

• 50-100 grams breadcrumbs or croutons

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 tsp dried garlic (or to taste!)

• 1 pinch paprika

• Salt

Instructions

• In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs or croutons with paprika and add a pinch of salt.

• In another bowl, beat the eggs and add the garlic and a little more salt. Cut the chicken into cubes. (The smaller the pieces, the faster they will cook!)

• Put the chicken in the bowl with the eggs and then in the bowl with the breadcrumbs.

• Repeat 2 times.

• Preheat the air fryer to 200ºC.*

• Finally, cook for about 20 minutes.*

Skroutz Tip: Flip the nuggets after 10-12 minutes of cooking, so that they cook evenly on both sides!

Enjoy your meal!

* For the temperature, exact cooking times, and preheating of your device, read the instructions for use of your device!