air fryer
noun
plural air fryers
: an airtight, usually small electrical appliance for quick cooking of foods by means of convection currents circulated rapidly by a fan
Contrary to the name, an air fryer doesn't fry food. It's a compact kitchen appliance that circulates hot air around the food to cook it …—
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Rasha AliAir fryers create a crispy coating on foods using minimal oil by way of convection.—Betty Gold
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And for that kind of convenience, the air fryer has quickly become the go-to appliance.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Toss them with seasoning and cook in an air fryer for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 21 Oct. 2025
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro for $350 ($50 off): This roomy, high-performance smart oven, air fryer, and food dehydrator pretty much replaces your full oven.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 9 Oct. 2025
From sourdough starter kits to air fryers, Amazon Prime Big Deal Days bring major discounts to kitchen essentials.
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Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Toss them with seasoning and cook in an air fryer for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 21 Oct. 2025
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro for $350 ($50 off): This roomy, high-performance smart oven, air fryer, and food dehydrator pretty much replaces your full oven.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 9 Oct. 2025
From sourdough starter kits to air fryers, Amazon Prime Big Deal Days bring major discounts to kitchen essentials.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
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“Air fryer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20fryer. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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