Airfryer 101

Crab cakes cook in 8 to 18 minutes at 370 to 400°F, depending on their size and whether they’re fresh or frozen.

Air fryer fried chicken takes 12 to 25 minutes at 375–400°F, depending on the cut. Always cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Yes, air frying can reduce calories by up to 80% compared to deep frying because it uses far less oil. The food’s own calorie content stays unchanged.

Yes, putting food directly into the air fryer basket is best for crispiness and even cooking. For sticky foods.

Yes, you can toast nuts in an air fryer in 3 to 6 minutes at 300–350°F — faster than an oven and without oil if you prefer dry roasting.

No, you should not put a napkin in an air fryer.

Yes, you can hard boil an egg in an air fryer using dry circulating heat at 250–300°F for 13–17 minutes, yielding a firm yolk and fully cooked white.

Yes, you can cook fish in an air fryer, and most fillets come out moist and flaky in under 15 minutes when you match the temperature to the fish type.

Yes, many air fryer drawers and baskets are dishwasher-safe, but checking your manual first and hand-washing when possible preserves the non-stick.

Yes, you can dehydrate marshmallows in an air fryer at a low temperature range of 160-175°F for two to four hours.