Convection ovens can be used for air frying, saving you space and reducing the need for another appliance. To air fry in a convection oven, you need to place your food in a basket that allows better air circulation. In the tray, be sure to space the ingredients so that the air can come into contact with each part of the food. In countertop fryers and convection ovens, food is typically cooked 20-25°C (68-77°F) lower than traditional ovens, but you should always check the cooking instructions before cooking. to start. Since convection ovens are larger, air frying can take longer than with a traditional fryer. So be sure to observe your food carefully to find out if it should brown longer or shorter.

TIPS FOR AIR FRYING

A little oil can be very useful
Since it is not necessary to immerse the food in oil like in the case of a deep fryer, hot air fryers only need one or two soup spoons.

Space your food evenly
Air frying depends on the contact of hot air with the food. You should arrange your food in a single layer to allow air to circulate.

Shake the frying basket for an even crispier result
For an even result, shake the frying basket occasionally while ensuring that the food is arranged in a single thickness and spaced out to allow good circulation of the air. air.

IS AIR FRYING A HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE TO FRYING IN OIL?

You might be wondering if air frying is healthy. By using hot air to cook food, less oil is used than traditional frying, making it a healthier alternative. With an air fryer, food is caramelized or browned by using hot air to dry the surface, which aids the cooking process and results in browning or caramelization. Air frying uses the combination of hot air and oil to brown or caramelize food, but only requires a tablespoon or two of oil, whereas oil frying requires at least four to six cups.

What's an air fryer?

An air fryer is a fryer that works with hot air. You need little to no oil, so you can fry healthier, with a crispy result. In addition to fries and snacks, you can also cook vegetables and meat, and bake pies in the air fryer. In this article, we'll explain how an air fryer works and discuss the benefits with you.

What is a hot air fryer?

A hot air fryer is a kitchen appliance that is the direct counterpart of the traditional fryer, oven and multi-cooker. With an air or hot air fryer, you use hot air instead of frying fat or oil to "fry" food. Some brands claim that with a hot air fryer, up to 80% less fat is needed. 

With an air fryer you can not only fry, but also bake, roast and grill. An air fryer is therefore more than just a fryer.

In short: how does a hot air fryer work?

In an airfryer, air is heated to a maximum temperature of 200 degrees Celsius. Most fryers allow you to adjust the temperature manually via a digital display or analog knob. Depending on the brand and type of fryer, it is possible to set the temperature manually. Some fryers have a control panel for setting time and temperature. Other fryers only allow you to adjust the cooking time, but they are quite rare. The constant swirl of hot air cooks the dish and creates a crispy crust. The cooking time to be set depends on the dish and the recipe. 

Hot air is blown through an exhaust grille. Usually there is no need to add oil to your dish, so frying fat is a thing of the past. However, some dishes, such as fresh homemade fries, may require a little oil to become properly crispy. But it is actually a drop of oil.

Airfryer as product category

Philips has to deal with the fact that the “Airfryer” brand is used to designate a category of products, namely air fryers. So when people say 'Airfryer' they don't always mean 'Philips Airfryer'. They can also speak of a "Tefal Airfryer" or a "Ninja Airfryer". Even though these brands are officially not allowed to use the name “Airfryer” in their product name.

You shouldn't use oil at all in a hot air fryer? 

Yes, with some fryers you always have to use a teaspoon of oil. And for some dishes or recipes, it is recommended to use oil to get the desired results. But please note that it is not a frying oil. It is a healthy vegetable oil that can withstand high temperatures without burning, like peanut oil.