Air fryers have become a beloved kitchen appliance for many, offering a healthier way to enjoy fried foods. However, like your oven and any other kitchen appliances, they require regular cleaning to maintain optimal performance and hygiene.
Everything from grease to leftover food can obstruct airflow, leading to uneven results and longer cooking times. This can also cause unpleasant odours that affect the taste of your food. Having neglected cleaning their air fryer for “almost a year”, TikTok user @lifebytheparsons, who shares cleaning and daily life videos, has shown the easiest method to remove the grease and grime. The cleaning enthusiast claims that all you need for this air fryer cleaning hack is a dishwasher tablet.
After using their air fryer four times a week for nearly a year, @lifebytheparsons showed her viewers how much grease and grime their air fryer basket accumulated, and there was a lot.
The user said, “I’m going to show you a really simple and easy way to clean it. It’s so simple and easy that I’ve not even bothered to do it for a whole year.”
The first step is to scoop out any excess oil and food that hasn’t solidified or stuck to the basket.
Next, place a dishwasher tablet in the basket and pour in some boiling water; you only need enough to cover the bottom of the basket.
After pouring in the water, place the basket back in the air fryer, shutting it completely, but do not turn it on.
The cleaner explained that the reason you shut the drawer is so that it can steam. She said, “I just find that this loosens the dirt.”
The basket was left to soak for 20 minutes, after which the cleaning fan claimed that the basket “required hardly any scrubbing” because it had all been softened and loosened.
Before you reassemble, it is important to ensure everything is completely dry, as trapped moisture can lead to a buildup of bacteria and rust.
