I am a chef and I have an air fryer at home: these are the 6 recipes that I make most often

The air fryer at home has become commonplace. This makes sense, as it is now an essential appliance for those looking to prepare quick meals without excess oil. And all thanks to its ability to cook evenly and in less time. This has led many professional chefs to incorporate it into their daily routine.

Such is the case of Aefa Mulholland, a writer and chef who lives in Toronto. She has worked in restaurants and hotels in Scotland, Ireland, Australia, Canada and the United States and has written articles for prestigious gastronomic magazines. However, so much experience and quality did not put her off the air fryer at all. Not even for sweet recipes.

6 air fryer recipes recommended by a top chef

Below are six recipes that are recurrent on the menu of Aefa Mulholland, who openly admits to using an air fryer in her own home.

1. Egg and bacon sandwich

This breakfast can be prepared in a few minutes and with minimal utensils. All you need is the air fryer at home and two ramekins.

1. In one of them, mix 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and ¼ of a chopped onion.
2. In the other, place an egg that has been oiled beforehand.
3. Place both in the fryer together with an open roll and some strips of bacon placed on an upper rack.
4. After three minutes, turn the bread over and add cheddar cheese. Cook until the egg and bacon reach the desired point.
5. To serve, assemble the ingredients on the bread and accompany with tomato or a sauce of your choice.
   

2. Egg bites

Inspired by a frittata, these bites are a quick and easy option to prepare in an air fryer at home.

1. Mix eggs with cheese, cilantro, black olives, cherry tomatoes, pickled jalapeños and red onion.
2. Pour the mixture into previously oiled silicone molds.
3. Cook at 175 °C for 12 minutes.
4. These snacks are easy to transport and can be eaten hot or cold.

3. Toasted bread with cinnamon

Inspired by a classic recipe, this version of air-fried toast is simple and quick.

1. Soak the bread in a mixture of egg, milk and vanilla extract for at least five minutes.
2. Cut into strips to maximize space in the fryer basket.
3. Cook at 190 °C for four to six minutes on each side.
4. Serve with icing sugar sprinkled on top or with fruit and jam.
   

4. Individual cheesecake

This dessert cooks in a few minutes and has a creamy texture.

1. Crush the biscuits and mix them with butter and sugar to make the base.
2. Mix cream cheese with yogurt, vanilla, egg, sugar and lemon zest.
3. Distribute in muffin tins with the biscuit base.
4. Cook in the air fryer at home at 175 °C for 8-10 minutes.
5. Cool in the fridge and serve with fruit or compote.
   

5. Twice-baked potatoes

The potatoes acquire a crunchy outside and creamy inside texture thanks to being cooked twice in the air fryer at home.

1. Cook the whole potatoes at 200 °C for 45 minutes.
2. Remove the pulp and mix with cheese, bacon or any other ingredient of your choice.
3. Fill the potatoes again and cook for another five minutes to achieve a crispy texture.
4. They can be served with kimchi, spring onion or a sauce of your choice.

6. Buffalo-style cauliflower

This is the last recipe on the list and is a good option for those looking for a different appetizer with a spicy touch.

1. Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper and water to form a batter.
2. Coat the cauliflower florets with the mixture and cook in the air fryer at home at 230 °C for 8-10 minutes.
3. Remove, brush with Buffalo sauce and cook for another 8-10 minutes.
4. Serve with ranch sauce, blue cheese or more Buffalo sauce.