The ONE mistake we’re all making with our air fryers
Air fryers are hugely popular, after a surge in demand during the Covid-19 pandemic, they are a staple in UK homes and owned by 68% of adults.
However, a new study from Shark has found that one-in-three of us have never cleaned our air fryers.
Therefore showing less of a love for the hygiene of these dinnertime heroes.
As the third most-used appliance in the UK, according to a study by Good Food Nation, there is a potential 10.33 million air fryers in the UK sitting dirty.
Unsure how to give yours a good clean? Shark has revealed a quick and easy routine to keep your air flyer clean and shiny, especially as we approach hosting season.
How to clean your air fryer
Salomé Gião, the in-house microbiologist at Shark has revealed her expert advice on keeping air fryers lean and hygienic.
She states: “Although their convenience is what makes them so popular, they need more care than ovens do, and that is a common misconception.
“The basket and tray need to be washed after every use by rinsing with a soap solution.
“Even if you are using air fryer liners, it’s important to disinfect the basket after use.
“Away from daily use, a deep clean should be done on your air fryer every four weeks, or two to three weeks depending on usage.
“This is to remove bacteria from any spillages or splatters that can occur when cooking.
“Using a non-scratch sponge, create a baking soda paste to hone in on those areas of stubborn grease.
“For overall cleanliness, create a mix of white vinegar and washing up liquid to remove bacteria. After you have used this, rinse with warm water and put back all parts ready for the next use.”
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