I have used my share of kitchen appliances. Some are helpful and some seem to take up counter space. I have heard so many people talk about an air fryer, that I had to try it out for myself courtesy of Power Airy Fryer XL.
The first question I had was, what is this machine? The way I see it, it’s a “fryer” but without the need for oil. This way you still get the foods you like, just in a healthier manner. Don’t get me wrong, I still love a good piece of fried chicken, but can’t do that all the time.
Per Power Air Fryer: “The secret to the Power AirFryer XL is Rapid Air Technology. The Power AirFryer XL surrounds your food with Turbo Cyclonic Air instead of oil. Your meals are cooked in a whirlwind of superheated air, not oil or lard. That means ANY of your favorite fast foods can be made with fewer calories from added cooking fat/oil, without sacrificing taste. You get the same, crispy fried taste & texture you love. With little to no oil, no trans fats, and no greasy mess! The best part is the state-of-the-art digital touchscreen & 7 one-touch easy pre-sets for French fries, chicken, steak, roasts, shrimp & baked goods. Making your favorite waffle fries from childhood? Just press the French Fries button, and the Power AirFryer XL does the rest!”
I was a little leery on how easy could this really be. I mean, just put it in, press a button and it’s done quickly. So, I put it to the test. The first thing I made as a roast. All I did was put a little olive oil on the roast and then a dry rub. Half way through the cook cycle I took it out and flipped it over. It was done in under an hour!
A really cool feature is that you can take it out to toss or check on it. The Air Fryer will turn off automatically, but as soon as you put the basket back in, it will turn back on. You don’t lose time as it will heat back up in seconds. There is a basket within the basket so, just press the button and it will release it. Making it easier to transfer onto a plate or counter.
So far besides the roast, I have made, baked potatoes, sweet potatoes, chicken wings, and fries. I really can’t wait to make more things as the possibilities are endless.
Potato Chips:
- Wash potatoes and thinly slice
- Place in cold water for about a half hour.
- Pat dry and sprinkle with salt
- Place in basket and bake at 390 for 20 minutes
Tip: depending on how many, you may want to split the batch up into 2 or more to cook easier. They cool quickly but you can place on a cooling rack if you want.
For baked and sweet potatoes, all you do is wash them of course, cut a few slits. Then rub with a little olive oil and coarse salt. Place in the basket and cook at 390 for about 30-40 mins and they are perfectly done.
Wings are fast easy and good. In a bowl put some olive oil, salt, pepper and your favorite seasoning such as thyme, rosemary etc. toss the wings in the mixture to coat them evenly and bake at 400 for 20 mins, tossing them half way through. A friend gave me this recipe (hint, she’s also doing a giveaway for one on her blog, so make sure you check out the entry form and enter for a chance at her’s too.
If you need more ideas, Power Air Fryer has a huge section of recipes from donuts, to cheesecake, blooming onions and even chicken pot pie (I need to try that soon as it looks amazing).
Right now they have 2 sizes, 3.4 quart and 5.3 quart, and have the choice of red and blue. I have the smaller one and it’s still enough room for a dinner for my family of 4. Since it doesn’t take up much space, I can put it on the table to cook or on the counter.
Use PAF10 for a 10% off code when purchasing. The 3.4 quart is 3 payments of $39.99 plus shipping (or do one payment) or 3 payments of $49.99 plus shipping for the 5.3 quart (also can do the one payment option).
Please let me know if you order one and what you think after you cook with it. So far, I love it and makes some delicious food. I can’t wait to try even more recipes.
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It's funny, my boyfriend and I were just talking about how we wanted some sort of fryer but didn't want it to be too unhealthy... and then today I see this post! I love how it doesn't take up a lot of space and the feature of it not cooling off or loosing time if you have to stir or flip is an amazing.
ReplyDeleteThis looks really handy and delicious. I've always wanted a fryer but a healthier version one like this one. May I please have a link to this product, thanks!
ReplyDeleteI would use this so often! 😊
ReplyDeleteMy mom is dying to try one of these gadgets! The prospect is fabulous because who wants to fry at home with a bunch of oil!?!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try one of these. I have several friends that have one that love them!!
ReplyDeleteLooks Like a great product! Would love to get one.
ReplyDeleteI love that it has a automatic shut off after the timer goes off, so neat and easy.
ReplyDeleteI love this! I have been wanting one of these for awhile now and I am so happy with this review. It makes me excited to think about all the fun things I can try!
ReplyDeleteI love fried foods, but really don't like all the fat that comes with them. I've seen this type of fryer advertised but was leery about trying them. You've got me curious now.
ReplyDeleteAll of the food you made looks amazing! It is so great that there is no oil used and everything is more healthy for you.
ReplyDeleteWhat I love best about this is that it does not require a bunch of fatty oil to make yummy snacks.
ReplyDeleteLove how you only need a little cap of oil it has auto shut off you can make 2 different things at the same time.
ReplyDeleteI have heard so many great things about the air fryer. My friend just get it when it was telling me how amazing they are. I'm definitely looking forward to trying one very soon.
ReplyDeleteI live that this doesn't use oil making our food healthier!! I also love that it has preset buttons for fries, chicken etc
ReplyDeleteI like the one touch digital touch screen controls. Looks like it would be very easy to use.
ReplyDeleteThe best feature I love about this fryer is that it uses AIR and not saturated fat oils. Much healthier!
ReplyDeleteThe best thing I like about this fryer is that you don't have to use a lot of oil when using it. It would be nice being able to eat fried food and not worry about the fat content.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like an awesome thing to have ,frying with air is so much healthier
ReplyDeleteI love that this fries without oil or anything else to make it unhealthy I also love that it looks easy to use I would love to own this.
ReplyDeleteI love that you get the same, crispy fried taste & texture you love. My family loves fried foods, but I know they are healthy. I would love to try the power air fryer as an alternative.
ReplyDeleteI love the sounds of this fryer. I have been looking for a way to make healthier foods for my grandkids. I love the Ideal of fried foods with out the oils.
ReplyDeleteI would love to try this and make it further healthier buy using coconut or almond flour as 'breading'.
ReplyDeleteWhat I love best about the air fryer is the healthier aspect to it than an oil fryer.
ReplyDeleteSon and daughter-in-law swear by this air fryer. Said the best and crispiest fries, onion rings and chicken ever.
ReplyDeleteI have been hearing from friends and family how much they like the air fryer. I have breast cancer and this would be a healthy alternative to some of the fried foods I like. I like the fact that it isn't messy and doesnt use grease. Please consider me for the air fryer.
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DeleteI want this so much. I am trying to eat healthier and this would be so great to cook without oil
ReplyDeleteI like that it cooks with super heated air instead of oil. Mealtime will be healthier because my meal prep at home will be quicker and I will eat out less. This will save money.
ReplyDeleteWhat I like best is that I could have crisp food without it being greasy. Not a fan of fatty or greasy food but I do like the crunch...it's been so long since I've had some.
ReplyDeleteI like how quick and easy it is to make dinner in it
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted to try an AirFryer since I first saw them so that I could cook without oil. I didn't know they could cook meat like this thanks for all the information.
ReplyDeleteLess oil, still that great teste
ReplyDeleteI like that it has 7 preset programs to cook different foods. We've been avoiding fried foods because of cholesterol but this air-fryer makes it possible to fry our favorite foods in a healthy way.
ReplyDeleteI love that no oil is needed!
ReplyDeleteI hadn't realized that a roast could be cooked in an air fryer! I love the automatic shutoff, and the fact the you can take food out to check it on it and it heats up again quickly if you put it back in for more time.
ReplyDeleteNever used this gadget before.
ReplyDeleteNever used an Air Fryer before
ReplyDeleteI like that you dont have to use oil to cook with and it has auto shut off too.
ReplyDeleteI love that this is so roomy. I would love to have one of these!
ReplyDeleteI love the easy digital controls! It really simplifies cooking.
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I would love to try one of these! I've always been nervous to try a fryer, but this seems safe and easy enough. Love that it doesn't use oil.
ReplyDeleteI have been reading and hearing alot about this product. It certainly would be better health wise using this as compared to using oil.
ReplyDeleteWow it's amazing the new gadgets there are when it comes to cooking, I would love to have this
ReplyDeleteI like that it doesn't use oil. :)
ReplyDeleteI like best how this can bake and cook for dinner and dessert both!
ReplyDeletei have a nuwave. this is my next venture.
ReplyDeleteI like that it would be fast at making meals and easy to clean.
ReplyDeleteThat roast looks awesome and under an hour? Awesome. My father in law has one of these and says it makes fabulous whole chickens.
ReplyDeleteIt would have to be onion rings. I am dying for some. They don't make any anywhere without at least one of my allergens. I just got a great recipe for some and am anxious to give them a try.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have one of these to make homemade french fries much healthier.
ReplyDeleteI love this product. The fact it uses little oil to fry foods by using high temperatures, to create healthier food choices in little time is amazing!
ReplyDeleteEver since I've read your review on this little fryer I've been bugging my husband for one. Maybe I'll get on for Mother's Day.
ReplyDeleteI have had so many questions on these air fryers! Thanks for breaking it down! Nice to know they have an XL version because that is the one I would need ~ I can't cook small portions LOL
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited about this product! Who doesn't love fried foods but hate the fat/calories that comes with it! The Air Fryer offers delicious healthy food!
ReplyDeleteI love you can cook so much in it. I thought just vegetables, but now I really want one. I want to cut more of the grease in our diets.
ReplyDeleteI love that it has an automatic shut off.
ReplyDeleteI like how it takes so little oil to give a fried flavor. It looks like it would be easy to use too.
ReplyDeleteI love that it is healthy! Without filling a basket of a deep fryer with unhealthy oil, you can get the same great food without the guilt!
ReplyDeleteI love that it does not need to use a basket of oil and is healthy.
ReplyDeleteI love that this has an automatic shut off, also I really like the fact that you dont need to use oil and have a healthier option
ReplyDeleteI like the digital controls and the pre-set options to make it easier to use
ReplyDeleteI have heard so many great things about the air fryer can't wait to try it out
ReplyDeleteI have heard wonderful things about this this review so helpful. I love that no oil plus program timer plus other great features also.
ReplyDeleteWOW so many good things about these.... guess the best is you use LESS oil which saves. But I also like "The Air Fryer will turn off automatically,"
ReplyDeleteMy mother has one and she does every thing in it. She will take left over cornbread and it comes out crisy crust and soft inside. A friend showed her how to make the blooming onion in it.
I like it uses less oil. I have a regular deep fryer and am always getting splattered by the grease.
ReplyDeleteVery detailed review. I love that they are now available in colors. I've been intrigued by air fryers for a while
ReplyDeleteI love that this is easy to clean! That is a definite plus.
ReplyDeleteI had dinner at a friends a few weeks ago,and had deliciois fish and chips made with an air fryer.I am currently saving for one of my own.Love this product!
ReplyDeleteI really think I need one. Less oil and easy cleaning sounds great.
ReplyDeleteI have heard about this fryer! I would love to try it.
ReplyDeleteHeard a lot about air fryers in the past few years, I wonder if they do a good job.
ReplyDeleteI love my air fryer! They are simply amazing and cooks awesome! Everyone should have one of these!
ReplyDeleteAS LONG AS THE FOOD TASTE GOOD AND NOT DRY. I WANT TO BUY THIS.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds awesome. I have been working on eating healthier. I always loved fried foods. This sounds like the next best thing. Thank you so much for sharing
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting one of these for a bit now, I know what they can do and everything you have here looks delicious!!
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