The casing is covered in soft silicone to seal and prevent food lodging in the crevices. In addition, it is washable with antimicrobial technology to reduce bacterial growth, making it super safe to use.

A lovely deep ridged inner helps grip hot trays and handles without fear of slipping. Our only grouch with the mitts is they are pretty small, which is OK for small to medium hands, but large hands would be unlikely to be able to use them. If there are any burned-on bits of food that can’t be removed by the sponge alone, make up a paste of baking soda and water and place it onto the stubborn parts. Leave this to work for 20 minutes, or, if you’re short on time, gently buff this solution with an old toothbrush.With the cost of living biting hard, you might be looking for more ways to save energy by not switching on your main oven. We’ve got lots of other options for you to consider. Try slow cooking – it’s great for making the most of cheaper cuts of meat and batch cooking to build up a freezerful of nutritious meals to feed your family. Read our blog on how to make the most of every ingredient and cut down on food waste. Air-fryers differ in size and versatility, so it’s worth considering the following while you do your research. Mini oven’ types: these models use convection or fan technology to cook food on flat, slide-in trays. As well as roasting, their extra air-frying functions circulate hot air around the food for more efficient crisping. These took up the space of an average-sized microwave. Some may also include rotisserie elements. Use your microwave if you’re only cooking for one – and we don’t just mean heating up ready meals. You might just be surprised at how versatile your microwave is, especially with the help of our microwave cookware. It’s worth considering a multicooker too. These multitasking marvels can do all sorts in the kitchen – from cooking rice to making cakes, and whipping up curries and casseroles.

Cut the potatoes lengthwise into 1cm slices. Lay the slices flat and cut lengthwise again into 1cm pieces.

Because you use virtually no oil during cooking, air fryers are relatively easy to clean. On most models, the crisper drawer and tray can be removed and simply hand-washed in hot soapy water. To clean the base unit and control panel, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly before storing. Job done. Which air fryer is best for me?