In three steps: how to get your Airfryer sparkling clean again
From kapsalons to churros, sausage rolls and a frikandel quiche: the Airfryer is our best friend. This mini oven is so versatile that you can even have breakfast, lunch and dinner from it every day for 3 days. And don’t forget those delicious snacks such as sticky chicken wings and onion rings that you can make in it! Since our Airfryer works overtime, giving it a clean now and then is certainly no luxury. And here’s how you do it:
Step 1
First of all, it’s useful to know that all the removable parts of the Airfryer can go in the dishwasher. That means you don’t necessarily have to wash the basket and pan by hand—the dishwasher can do the work. Still, it’s best to clean your Airfryer by hand. It’s very easy: simply soak the desired parts in warm water with dish soap and scrub away the food residue with the soft side (not the rough side, because that damages the non-stick coating!) of a sponge.
Step 2
The heating element is located at the top of the Airfryer. The grime up there mainly consists of grease residue, which is also easy to remove. Use only a small amount of cleaning product—or at least a mild one—and, once again, a soft sponge. You can clean the hard-to-reach spots with an old toothbrush or a satay skewer wrapped in a cloth.
Still have grease residue you can’t reach? Place a piece of aluminum foil in the Airfryer with half a lemon cut side up. Then fill the pan with a small layer of water and turn it on for 8 to 10 minutes at 180 degrees. The lemon dissolves the grease, which is then caught by the foil. Easy peasy!
Step 3
Does the Airfryer still smell unpleasant after a thorough cleaning? Rub the basket with the other half of the lemon and let it sit for 30 minutes. Then rinse the basket and voilà: no more smelly Airfryer!
Oh, and… don’t forget to unplug the appliance before cleaning it, okay?
Also read:
- 6 common Airfryer mistakes (and how to avoid them)
- Kids take an Airfryer to school for snacks and teachers are not amused
- 5 of the most delicious sweet dishes from the Airfryer
