Wrapping food in foil when air frying may seem helpful, but experts warn against it. Foil can obstruct airflow, leading to unevenly cooked meals. While foil might be useful for lining baking sheets in the lower rack, avoid direct contact with the heating element. Leading brands like KitchenAid and Philips emphasize the importance of proper airflow and caution against using foil or parchment paper without food.
Air frying has become a popular cooking method globally, offering a healthier alternative to traditional methods and reducing energy use. However, a common kitchen mistake could cause problems.
But when it comes to air fryers, this foil-wrapping technique might do more harm than good. An air fryer consists of a cooking chamber, a heating element, and a fan. The foil can obstruct the airflow from the heating element, resulting in improperly cooked food. Ultimately, you could end up with undercooked or unevenly cooked meals, reports the Mirror.
They recommend: "If you are using a range with air fry capabilities, you can use parchment paper or foil to line a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any spills. Just make sure to leave space between the air fry basket and the parchment paper-lined sheet for best results."
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