The Great Fryer Debate: Deep Fryer vs. Air Fryer

 

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    Its 2023 people! And most of us have made up in our minds to diet exercise and eat healthier in this new year. So we begin to go down our checklist. Fillet fish, chicken breast without the fat... Check! fruits and vegetables? Check! Kale, watermelon, and mangoes for that delicious smoothie?.... Check! 

    But what most people don't check is the equipment used to prepare their healthy meals. Preparation of fish, meat and even food like potatoes and tacos, (on closer inspection) you might want to consider using something other than the traditional frying pan and oil.

This is where you might actually want to consider an "Air Fryer". 

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Here is a comparison between the traditional fryer and an air fryer

    Fried food can be a delicious treat, but it is not always the healthiest option due to the high levels of oil used in traditional frying methods. If you love fried food but want to make a healthier choice, an air fryer may be a good option for you.

    An air fryer is a kitchen appliance that uses hot air circulation to cook food. It works by heating up the air inside the fryer and circulating it around the food, which gives the food a crispy texture similar to deep-fried food. One of the main benefits of using an air fryer is that it uses less oil than a traditional deep fryer. This makes it a healthier option for people who want to eat fried food but want to limit their oil intake.

    Another advantage of an air fryer is that it is usually smaller and more convenient than a deep fryer. Deep fryers can be bulky and difficult to store, while air fryers are typically compact and easy to store in a kitchen cabinet or on the counter. 

Air fryers are also typically easier to clean than deep fryers, as they have fewer parts and do not require as much oil.

    However, there are also some drawbacks to using an air fryer. One potential downside is that it may not be able to produce the same level of crispiness as a deep fryer. Deep frying food in oil can give it a very crispy and crunchy texture, while air-fried food may not be as crispy. Additionally, air fryers may not be suitable for cooking larger items, such as whole chickens or turkey, as they may not fit in the basket.

Overall, whether an air fryer or a regular fryer is better for you depends on your personal preferences and what you are looking to achieve. If you want a healthier option that uses less oil and is more convenient, an air fryer may be the way to go. However, if you are looking for the ultimate in crispy, crunchy fried food, a deep fryer may be a better choice.

So whats if gonna be? The traditional or the air fryer? Let us know in the comment section.