The Air Fryer is one of the small household appliances whose sales have increased significantly since 2020. Between January and September 2023, 358,000 appliances were sold in France, according to Echoes Start. For those who do not have the possibility of having an oven, it is a chance to be able to roast vegetables or chicken legs, just like in the oven. For those who want to eat with less fat, this is the opportunity to have crispy foods without oil, such as fries or bricks. In short, the Air Fryer allows you to make numerous preparations in record time. So you can fry without oil, roast but also simply reheat frozen vegetables for example. Some devices even have an option to dehydrate products. The advantage is that you can do everything in the same appliance and you don’t have to stand nearby while cooking, as you would with a frying pan or saucepan. And what’s more, cleaning an Air Fryer is child’s play!
Cleaning the Air Fryer: How often should you wash it?
One of the most important elements of keeping your Air Fryer in great condition is that you need to clean it regularly. In fact, for optimal use, it must be washed after each use. Beyond its proper functioning, it is simply better for hygiene and for your health.
How to properly clean the Air Fryer basket?
The Air Fryer is made up of several elements. The basket is one of the most important because it is in it that the food intended to be fried, cooked or reheated will be placed. Once you have finished using your appliance, wait for it to cool before cleaning it. Place the basket in hot water to soak, possibly with a little dishwashing liquid. You can leave it like this for 10 to 15 minutes then rub lightly with a soft sponge or damp microfiber cloth. Choose dishwashing liquid with a good composition.
How to clean the Air Fryer tank?
The Air Fryer tank is one of the parts of this appliance that gets dirty the most. Fortunately, the tank is very easy to clean. In fact, the technique is the same as for the basket. You can therefore fill the tank with hot water and soap (or dishwashing liquid) and let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing a little with a soft sponge.
Basket, bowl: are the Air Fryer elements dishwasher safe?
Please note that you can generally put all parts of the Air Fryer in the dishwasher. Just check the instructions, but most recent models allow it.
How to clean the inside of the Air Fryer and the resistance?
On some devices, the resistance may become dirty. The household appliance brand Philips therefore recommends turning the appliance over and using a soft sponge with hot water to clean the inside of the Air Fryer. It also states that if you have food that is stuck to the coil or another element inside the Air Fryer, then you can use a soft bristle brush or toothbrush. It is, in fact, important that the inside of the Air Fryer is clean.