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What size dual air fryer should I buy?
The largest dual air fryers are 11 litres, which is enough to feed 10 people. “Bigger isn’t always better,” advises expert Clare Andrews. “Make sure you do your research and buy the correct size for you and your family. Also bear in mind the space you have on your work surface. It’s important your air fryer has a gap around it to let the air circulate, as they can get rather hot.”
Is a dual air fryer easy to clean?
Generally speaking, most dual air fryers are designed with non-stick materials like stainless steel or ceramic coatings, which makes cleaning them a dream. All it takes is some soapy water, a non-abrasive sponge and a little elbow grease to remove food buildup. While some dual air fryer baskets are dishwasher-friendly.
If you’re keen to avoid adding tough cleaning chores to your plate (and who can blame you), Andrews recommends using air fryer liners or air-fryer-proof trays. But either way: “As tempting as it can be to leave it for next time, try and get into the habit of cleaning your air fryer after each use.” This will make it easier to clean before grease and grime get a chance to set in.
Can I cook two different types of food at once in a dual air fryer?
Absolutely – that’s the beauty of these machines. No matter whether you’ve chosen a dual air fryer with two separate drawers, or a dual air fryer with a large compartment and a spacer in between, you just need to decide on what compartment you’re using (one, two or both) and then you can get cooking.
Plus, most of the best double air fryers have a ‘sync’ mode which will help you put dinner on the table at the same time. While the ‘Match Cook’ mode means basket one and basket two will cook the food at the same time, programme and temperature.
How much food can I cook at once in a two-drawer air fryer?
The amount of food you can cook at any one time will depend on your air fryer’s make, model and capacity. Thankfully, most dual air fryers come with instruction booklets and manuals that state their capacity.
“My advice would be don’t overfill the basket,” Andrews adds. “It’s tempting, I know, to get as much food as you can into the drawer. But if you overfill the basket, the food can’t benefit from the air fryer’s airflow, as it needs space to cook evenly.” Noted!
