Can You Use Aluminum Foil in an Air Fryer?
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With the rise in popularity of air fryers — using foil in them has become a common question.
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Aluminum foil can be used to:
-collect drippings
-create a packet for cooking the food
-prevent sticking
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But is it safe to use it in an air fryer?
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The answer depends on the type of air fryer you're using & how you're using the foil.
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Air fryers work by constantly circulating hot air around the food via a heating element.
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The location of the heating element varies between basket air fryers and oven air fryers.
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And this small detail makes all the difference in the safety of aluminum foil in an air fryer.
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It's important to never block the heating element with foil when air frying.
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Swipe up to learn how to SAFELY use foil in your air fryer!
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