MacKenzie Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 (edited) This just arrived this morning and I have already put it to use and I must say I think I'm going to like it. Made my first batch of fries from an old shriveling russet potato. The first bite was OK but as I kept munching they began to grow on me. I spiced them up with pepper, salt, cayenne pepper and paprika. Yes, Tony, I ate them with ketchup and really enjoyed them. Can't see me getting out the deep fryer in the near future. i am not saying they taste like the perfect deep fry but spiced up and low in fat makes these very satisfying. Just out of the air fryer and a little crispy. Spiced up .:) Now I want to try potato chips. Edited April 7, 2017 by MacKenzie 4
Jon B. Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 Glad it arrived in time to play . How long did the cooking process take??
MacKenzie Posted April 7, 2017 Author Report Posted April 7, 2017 Thanks, Jon. I cooked these for 15 mins. and shook the basket every 4 mins. The potato was cut into fries 1/4 X 3/8 inch strips, soaked for a good 30 + mins then dried off so that no moisture was visible. Tossed with 1.5 t of oil. I could have done more fries with same amount of oil. 1
Steve M Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 They sure look good. I know a few folks that have them and love them.
tony b Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 2 hours ago, MacKenzie said: Yes, Tony, I ate them with ketchup and really enjoyed them.
SmallBBQr Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I've been debating on an air fryer the last few months. Try parboiling the potatoes a bit first...you'll get crispy outside with a lighter, fluffier interior than just frying alone.
MacKenzie Posted April 7, 2017 Author Report Posted April 7, 2017 Thanks for the tip SmallBBQr. I will try that for the next batch.
Keith OctoForks Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I've heard good and bad but If it was only good at fries sign me up! Deep frying fries have always come out a tad greasy for my taste.
CeramicChef Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 @MacKenzie - A dear friend of mine down in Houston has one of these. HE has used it to help him lose about 50# in the last year. It does what it says its going to do. His wife really loves it. Beautiful fries!
Bruce Pearson Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I love air fryers I have 3 of them, and have given away about 4 of them to my friends
Aussie Ora Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I've had one for years they are great check out the recipes online there are heaps of them Outback Kamado Bar and Grill
tony b Posted April 8, 2017 Report Posted April 8, 2017 17 hours ago, Bruce Pearson said: I love air fryers I have 3 of them, Are they all still in the box, Bruce? (sorry, couldn't help myself! ) 1
MacKenzie Posted April 8, 2017 Author Report Posted April 8, 2017 (edited) Round 2 Fortunately I was home alone for lunch so this last sausage is all mine. Done. Another batch of air fries and I did steam them for two mins then used palm oil because I though it would help on the colour. Just out of the air fryer, no seasoning added yet. Plated. No way are these the perfect deep fried fries but they are still very good, well worth getting the Air Fryer. Edited April 8, 2017 by MacKenzie 4
Bruce Pearson Posted April 9, 2017 Report Posted April 9, 2017 That's funny Tony. Let's see I have one on my kitchen counter, one on top of my refrigerator that one even has a rotisserie in it. The last one is on a origami wire shelf in the dining room with a bunch of other kitchen equipment.
ckreef Posted April 10, 2017 Report Posted April 10, 2017 Nice. I've been meaning to get an air fryer for some time now.
Aussie Ora Posted April 10, 2017 Report Posted April 10, 2017 Go for it Charles they are awesome not the same as deep fried but your arteries will thank you lolOutback Kamado Bar and Grill 1
DennisLinkletter Posted April 10, 2017 Report Posted April 10, 2017 Try using foie gras or bacon fat with your air frier..
MacKenzie Posted April 10, 2017 Author Report Posted April 10, 2017 Thanks for the tip, Dennis. I can easily use bacon fat as I always have some from my KK bacon. I was wondering about duck fat although I have none at the moment.
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MacKenzie Posted April 10, 2017 Author Report Posted April 10, 2017 Sounds and loomsfabulous, now I just need the Canadian version.Sent from my SM-T710 using Tapatalk
