Rant: Overloading the air fryer makes everything steam

Lots of recipes don't mention how full you should fill the basket. I ruined a batch of broccoli because it was packed in tight and came out soft. Now I make sure to leave gaps so the hot air can move around.

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piper_fisher6mo ago

Ugh, yes! I learned the hard way that pretty much everything needs to be in a single layer to cook right and let the air circulate properly.

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wrenwilson6mo ago

How do you manage when you need to cook a large amount? I always use two pans and swap their oven positions mid-way. Things like chicken wings just steam if piled up, but a SINGLE layer lets them get properly crispy. It adds time but the results are WAY better.

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jade2216mo ago

Wait, you only use TWO pans for a huge batch?

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