Can you put oil in an air fryer? Isn’t it the whole point of an air fryer to cook meals without oil? And let’s suppose I do need to put oil in an air fryer, but how do I do it? And how much oil should I put in an air fryer to be exact?
Air fryers are relatively new to the market and people from across the globe are curious about how to cook meals and whether or not they need oil. So, to answer your questions, I am about to dedicate the following article to this topic. Hence, keep reading down below for further details.
Oil In An Air Fryer
It is a general perception amongst people that air fryers do not need oil to cook meals which is wrong. You do need some oil to get the frying process underway even in an air fryer.
But when you tell them that air fryers do indeed require some amount of oil, they are quick to argue why that is so. You might also be thinking right now, if air fryers need oil then what is the point of cooking food in an air fryer and not in a pan in the traditional way, right?
Well to answer your question, let me tell you that air fryers only require a small amount of oil, let’s say 5 ml to 30 ml depending upon the type of food you are cooking. In contrast to that, deep frying requires you to fill the pan with oil at least, which is around ten times the amount of oil required in an air fryer!
How To Put Oil In An Air Fryer?
Now, you must be thinking about the proper way to put oil in an air fryer since you would only be putting a minimal amount in it, right? So, in my opinion, the best way to do it is by using a silicone brush.
Dip your silicone brush directly in the oil and use it to grease the sides of the air fryer basket properly. Make sure to not leave any spot ungreased.
Another method is to use an oil spray. Pour some oil into an oil spray and use it to spray oil on all sides of the air fryer basket. This method can get a little messy and you might have to clean up the space later on.
So, it is safe to say that you definitely need to put some oil in an air fryer while cooking. Obviously, you don’t have to use the same amount as would be required for deep frying, instead, you would just need a minimal amount. This is why air fryers are a healthier alternative to deep frying.
