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Air Fryer Suppers
June 06
I’ve written before about my sceptical approach to the latest machine which has invaded the kitchens of the world and its mother. Surely air fryers were just for people trying to make “healthy” chips or influencers showing off their latest kitchen gadget. But after finally giving in to the hype, I can confirm they’re actually genius. Less oil, faster cooking times, less energy consumption and—most importantly—less washing up. Treated primarily as a mini oven on your kitchen counter- What’s not to love?
Now that we’re properly into spring, I have some air fryer suppers that feel fresh, full of flavour, and a little bit special. These aren’t your standard midweek spag bol quick fixes—these are the kind of meals that taste like you’ve put in the effort, without the hours spent hovering over the hob.
Air Fryer Indian Butter Chicken
Butter chicken has always felt like a treat meal, but this Air Fryer Indian Butter Chicken version makes it even easier to pull off at home. The key is the marinade; yogurt, tandoori paste, garlic, and spices- giving the chicken a deep, smoky flavour. Cooking it in the air fryer means it stays juicy while getting that charred, tandoori-style edge. Once it’s tossed into a rich, buttery tomato sauce with a hit of cream and lemon, it’s a proper family favourite. Serve it up with rice and naan and call it a day.
Get the recipe HERE
Crispy Pork Belly with Rice & Super Slaw
Pork belly usually requires an afternoon of slow roasting, but the air fryer delivers the goods in half the time. This Crispy Pork Belly with Rice & Super Slaw starts with a simple rub of five spice, sesame, and Shaoxing wine, before being blasted with heat until the crackling is golden and shatteringly crisp. The trick is letting it dry out in the fridge overnight. Paired with fragrant garlic and ginger-infused rice and a fresh slaw, this one is a serious upgrade from your usual Friday night takeaway. Don’t forget a good drizzle of chilli crisp oil over the top (I love the red jars of Lao Gan Ma you can find in Asia Market) it takes everything up a notch.
Get the recipe HERE
Spicy Honey Butter Crispy Chicken Buns
And if you’re in the mood for something a bit indulgent, these Spicy Honey Butter Crispy Chicken Buns might just ruin all other chicken burgers for you. Buttermilk-marinated thighs get coated in a crunchy cornflake crust, crisped up in the air fryer, and then dunked in a glossy honey-buffalo butter sauce. Stuffed into soft brioche buns with pickles and crisp lettuce, they’re messy in the best way possible.
Get the recipe HERE
So if your air fryer has been gathering dust or you’re still stuck in the frozen chips phase, these recipes are here to show you what it’s really capable of. Less fuss, more flavour, and way fewer dishes to wash up after- sounds like a win to me.
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