When it comes to kitchen appliances, there are two words trending above all else right now, and that's air fryers – and if you don't have one yet, it's never too late to get one.
And if you're looking for recommendations, here's one: my Cosori air fryer changed my life (and especially my cooking)
Air fryers have really become a must-have in a modern kitchen, not only for those looking to make their diet healthier, because you use less oil, but also anyone hoping to save money on energy bills – and I got on board with the trend last year.
When I was shopping for an air fryer for my own kitchen – and having done a ton of research as part of my job to find the best air fryers out there – I knew I wanted a digital air fryer with a non-stick, easy to clean basket that would be big enough to feed at least four people.
Brand-wise I was torn between Ninja and Cosori, but I opted for the 5.5L (5.8qt) Cosori based on on the price and the quality - it had over 42k five-star ratings on Amazon at the time (it's now up to over 46k).
COSORI Air Fryer 5.5L
According to verified shoppers the Cosori was comparable to a Ninja, no fuss and easy to clean. And at such an affordable price tag, I just couldn't resist.
I love to cook but complicated kitchen appliances really aren’t my style, so another requisite is that it had to be super easy to use – plus that would mean my teen son would also be more likely to use it too.
COSORI Air Fryer 4.7L, 9-in-1
Fast forward eight months and I use my air fryer almost daily. It is such a lifesaver when I'm short on time or have had a long day and am too tired to cook, and whether I want to make chicken, re-heat leftovers or whip up the household favourite, air fryer nachos – and yes, my teen son uses it too.
While items like chips probably first spring to mind, you can make almost anything, from pizza and grilled vegetables to an entire chicken. (And cakes, too, apparently, but I haven't tried that yet!)
Whether this is your first air fryer or you're upgrading an old one, I think it is super easy to use, because of it’s modern digital display and one-touch cooking functions. It also comes apart easily and is safe to wash by hand or in the dishwasher. I have spent more on kitchen appliances, like my beloved SMEG kettle, and the Cosori air fryer truly seems much more expensive than it is.
In a sleek black design, the Cosori will not only look stylish in your kitchen, but, according to the brand, it could also save you up to 55% on your energy bills compared to using a regular oven, with 50% less cooking time and 85% less oil.
And if you need inspiration, Cosori's air fryer comes with a free recipe book, plus there’s an app with dozens of recipes and cooking ideas.
It's currently in the Amazon sale but you might want to grab it ASAP. I don’t think this deal will be available for long, and it might be a while before it comes round again!
