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Air Fryer Recipes: Honey Garlic Wings

11/11/2019

This recipe will rival any take out or sit down order for wings. In fact, everyone in my family voted hands-down that this recipe is better than any restaurant quality wings around.

Simple to make, you'll be amazed at how delicious these are. Next time there is a wing sale heading your way at your favorite supermarket, grab a packet of chicken wings and get busy.

12 bone-in chicken wings
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tab. fresh ginger, shredded
1/3 cup Honey
Pinch of pepper
Approximately 3 tab. cornstarch as a thickener
Thinly Sliced Green Onions for garnish

Pre-heat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Rinse and pat dry wings

Transfer the wings to the air fryer basket with room between them so they aren't touching to allow for the air to flow on all sides. Cook 25 minutes.

Prepare sauce: In saucepan over medium heat, mix together soy sauce, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, honey, and pepper, stirring continuously.

As sugar melts and honey thins, begin adding the cornstarch a pinch at a time. Keep stirring in the cornstarch until you arrive at the desired consistency for your sauce, remove from heat.

When wings are done cooking, place in large bowl. Pour sauce over wings and toss to coat.

Sprinkle with green onions if desired.

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Air Fryer Recipes: BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

11/2/2019

Every so often I've got a few packages of flatbreads that end up in the back of my freezer. Before they have a chance of freezer burn, I dray this one out and get cooking.

These are simple to make and a real asset if you're in a hurry or late getting home after work. Nothing better than mini-make-you're-own-pizzas for the whole family!

2 Flatbreads
1/2 cup BBQ sauce
1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 cups grilled chicken breast, torn into pieces
1 tablespoon red onion, diced
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Non stick baking spray

Preheat air-fryer to 400°F. Spray a large baking sheet with non-stick baking spray. Put 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce on each flatbread and spread evenly on the flatbreads.

Sprinkle both cheeses over the flatbreads. Mix the remaining BBQ sauce with the grilled chicken and place on pizzas. Top with the diced onion. Bake for 10 minutes. Sprinkle the cilantro on top and serve.

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Air Fryer: Apple Tartlets

10/13/2019

Got a few extra apples from your food basket? Here's a great way to utilize this amazing dish in your air fryer.

Crisp and delectably succulent inside, this will be a winner!

1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 medium Granny Smith apples, diced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons cold water
1/2 (14 ounce) package pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie
cooking spray
1 large egg beaten

Combine apples, butter, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a bowl.

Unroll pie crust on a lightly floured surface and roll out slightly to smooth the surface of the dough. Cut the dough into circles small enough so that 4 can fit in your air fryer at one time. Repeat with remaining crust until you have 8 equal circles, re-rolling some of the scraps of dough if needed.

Wet the outer edges of 4 circles with water and place some apple filling in the center about 1/2-inch from the edges. Roll out the remaining 4 circles so that they are slightly larger than the filled ones. Place these rectangles on top of the filling; crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Cut 4 small slits in the tops of the pies.

Spray the basket of an air fryer with cooking spray. Spread each tartlet with egg mixture.

Insert basket and set the temperature to 385 degrees F (195 degrees C). Bake until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove pies from the basket and repeat with the remaining 2 pies.
Mix together powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl. Brush glaze on warm pies and allow to dry. Serve pies warm or at room temperature.

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Air Fryer: Apple Pie Chips

10/6/2019

It’s happening. Air fryers are big this year. And I’m very into it. Crispy food without submerging it in oil? No heating up the oven? Homemade chips and chimichangas and mozzarella sticks?! I’m in.

2 large apples
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter

Prepping the apples: Slice an apple using a mandoline slicer (preferred method) or a knife, making slices about 1/8 of an inch thick. Remove seeds and stems from middle slices. Toss apple slices in a bowl with cinnamon and oil. I prefer to add the cinnamon in small dashes to get some on every apple slice, instead of dumping it all on one apple. In the same way, I prefer to spray the oil lightly over the top, stir, and then give another light spray to try and disperse the oil evenly. Preheat your air fryer for about 2 minutes at 300F.

Drying the chips: Place all the apple slices into the air fryer basket. Cook at 300F for 20-25 minutes, flipping and rotating apples every 5 minutes. Make sure slices in the middle of the pile are rotated out and all slices are exposed to the hot air at some point. Continue cooking at this temperature until the apples appear completely dried out, with no more shiny or “wet” spots remaining. The edges of the chips will begin to shrivel. If your chips are burning at all during this drying phase, lower the temperature of the air fryer by 25 degrees F.

Crisping the chips: Once the apple slices appear completely dry, increase the air fryer temperature to 325F. Check, flip and shake the apple chips every 90 seconds to 2 minutes. Chips will take 4-8 minutes total to crisp up, depending on thickness and amount. (If they’re cooking too slowly, up the temp by 10 degrees. If they’re cooking too quickly, lower the temp by 10 degrees.) The chips will begin to fly around the inside of the air fryer during this phase. They will begin to curl and gain color quickly. Remove any chips that are browning quicker than others.

Let the chips cool for at least 5 minutes and then enjoy! For maximum crispiness, enjoy the apple chips 10-20 minutes after they come out of the air fryer. They will last up to 5 days in a container at room temperature but will become soft overnight.

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Air Fryer: Onion Rings

10/6/2019

Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings are perfectly seasoned, dipped in batter, dredged in panko breadcrumbs and then cooked to crispy-perfection in the Air Fryer! These faux-fried onion rings are tender on the inside and so crisp on the outside, just how we love them.
They make a great healthier but so delicious snack or side dish. Serve them up with your favorite dipping sauce for the perfect party appetizer or game day snack!

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt, divided
1/2 cup buttermilk, see tips above for making your own
1 egg
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 large yellow sweet onion, sliced 1/2-inch thick and separated into rings
Oil Spray, optional

You need three shallow bowls or deep plates. In the first one combine flour, paprika, and ½ tsp salt. In the second combine buttermilk (or milk and vinegar/lemon juice) and egg, then add ¼ cup of the flour mixture from the first bowl. In the third combine panko breadcrumbs, ½ tsp salt and olive oil with a fork until the oil is evenly distributed.

Dredge the onion rings in the flour mixture, drop them in the buttermilk mixture and then dredge them in the panko mixture.

Place onion rings in a single layer in the Air Fryer basket. You can place smaller rings inside bigger rings if necessary, just make sure there is space between them.

Cook at 400°F until golden brown and crispy, about 12-15 minutes. Spray with some cooking spray after about 6 minutes.

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Air Fryer: Crispy Fries

9/29/2019

IS USING AN AIR FRYER HEALTHY?

Yes, it’s healthier that deep frying because you use less oil.
An air fryer is an excellent way to reduce a massive amount of fat and calories without sacrificing taste.
Since air fryers use air to cook food, it doesn’t require the extra calories that submerging food in oil would add.

nonstick spray
1 medium potatoes, 6 oz, Yukon gold or russet, washed and dried
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Preheat the air fryer 380°F.

Cut the potato lengthwise into 1/4 inch thin slices; then cut each slice into 1/4 inch fries. (A mandolin is helpful here).

Soak potatoes in ice water for one hour. Drain and dry with paper towels.

In a medium bowl toss the potatoes and oil. Season with salt, garlic powder and black pepper to taste; toss to coat.

Place the potatoes in the basket in an even layer without overlapping or crowding, cook the potatoes 12 to 15 minutes, turning halfway until crisp.

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Air Fryer: Zucchini Fritters

6/12/2019

Don't waste the heat and electricity of your stove appliance this summer. Instead, place your air fryer in full range on your counter top so it is always in view. These meals take minutes to produce and with less fat in tow, you're sure to melt away those unwanted pounds as the summer weather gets in full swing.

The air fryer adds a delicious, crispy texture that can only be had by deep frying. With all the latest health regulations on oil-laden foods, it's not wonder America is turning to more healthful options.

1 medium zucchini, shredded, I don't peel them
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
2 large egg beaten
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 large scallion, chopped fine
1/2 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs

In a medium bowl combine all ingredients except breadcrumbs. Mix well. Then fold in bread crumbs.

Scoop about 2 tab. of the mixture into the palm of your hand. Roll into a ball, then flatten like a pancake. Repeat.

Place fritters in the basked of the air fryer, leaving space between them. Spray sides with cooking oil spray.

Set on vegetable setting or 390 degrees for 7 minutes.

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Air Fryer: Country Fried Pork Chops

6/1/2019

Summer's in and now's the time to make the best use out of your air fryer. This recipe takes about five minutes to put together and will be out of the air fryer in another 15 minutes.

Pair with a salad, and you've got a wholesome, healthy, low-calorie meal that took you less than 30 minutes from start to finish.

4 pork loin chops
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 tab. garlic powder
1 cup flour
1 large egg, beaten
cooking spray

Rinse and pat pork chops dry. Season with salt and pepper.

In a bowl combine breadcrumbs and garlic powder.

Dip pork chops in flour, then beaten egg, then breadcrumb mixture.

Spray all sides with cooking spray.

Place in fryer on "chop" setting or 400 for 10 minutes than flip for another five. Serve immediately.

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Air Fryer Rosemary Roasted Red Potatoes

5/26/2019

This has been a staple since I located this recipe. I must admit, I'm not all about the prep side, and I leave the skins on. I believe there are a lot of vitamins lost when we peel off those skins.

So it takes minutes to wash and cut up these delights then stick them in the air fryer. They are done in a matter of minutes and have a crispy, delightful flavor.

2 pounds of red potatoes
1 tab. olive oil
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp of pepper
1 tsp. of dried rosemary or oregano

Halve or quarter the potatoes depending on size. Place them in a large bowl.

Toss with remaining ingredients.

Place in air fryer on "potato" or at 400 until cooked through and crispy. Takes about 10-15 minutes.

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Air Fryer: London Fried Fish

5/4/2019

What is an air fryer anyway? An air fryer is a mini convection oven, in essence. Its promise: to match the taste and texture of your favorite deep-fried foods—minus the all the fat and all those extra calories.

This countertop kitchen appliance and its promise for crispy, close-to-fried perfection sounds promising. And believe me if you're counting calories and still love a bit of fried food once in awhile, you may want to invest in one of these gems or find one at your local thrift store for 1/2 the price.

I pound of fish fillets, left whole or cut into 3 inch strips
1/2 cup flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
Cooking spray

Slice or leave whole fillets and dredge with flour

Dip in eggs.

Place in bread crumbs and press crumbs firmly into fish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Place in air fryer on "fish" setting. Allow to cook. Serve immediately.

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