What can I cook in an air fryer?

You can cook almost anything in an air fryer—from staples like chips, meat, fish and vegetables, to part-baked rolls, cakes and even roasted chickpeas!

Can an air fryer replace a wok?

In many cases, absolutely! In Asia, cooking over an open flame creates that signature smoky aroma known as wok hei. If you use a conventional pan at home, the moisture in your sauce evaporates very quickly. But the air fryer changes the game. Its intense, dry heat causes sauces and marinades to thicken rapidly, perfectly coating chicken, tofu or vegetables (just remember to drain them well first). The result—that authentic wok hei flavour, just like it came straight from the wok. It works like a charm for plenty of Kikkoman wok recipes, too!

What shouldn't I cook in an air fryer?

Very wet batter without a tin or mould, as it will drip straight through the basket grate. Vegetables with a high water content, as they tend to go soggy rather than crispy. Lightweight leafy greens like fresh spinach. The powerful airflow can blow them into the heating elements. Delicate, thin fish varieties like sole, as they dry out quickly in the hot air current. Very fatty meat, as the fat can splatter onto the heating coil and cause smoke or even fire. Uncoated cheese, as it can melt and stick to the grate.

Does soy sauce burn in the air fryer?

If you use it on its own directly in the air fryer, it can. Here are a few tips to prevent this: When cooking meat, fish or vegetables that have been marinated in Kikkoman Soy Sauce, drain off any excess liquid and pat the food thoroughly dry before cooking. Cook at moderate temperatures up to a maximum of 180 °C. Give the food a good shake every 5 minutes. Mixing Kikkoman Soy Sauce with a little oil also helps prevent burning. And if you use special air fryer baking paper, the basket stays clean too!

How do I get my food extra crispy?

Lightly spray the food with oil, do not overfill the basket and give the food a vigorous shake or turn now and then.

Can you put aluminium foil in an air fryer?

You can, but it needs to be weighed down properly by the food and shouldn’t cover the entire bottom of the basket, so that the air can circulate freely.

How do I clean my air fryer?

Most baskets are dishwasher-safe. If not, clean the basket, the casing and the other internal parts with warm water, a little washing-up liquid and a soft sponge.

The A-Z of air frying

Eating healthily doesn't have to be a chore. An air fryer makes cooking quick and simple—ideal for singles and couples. With absolutely no preheating required, you save both time and energy. Plus, by swapping oil for hot air, everything from veg and meat to potatoes is lighter on calories but still packed with flavour. For smaller households, the air fryer is an efficient, space-saving and healthy alternative to the big oven.

Easy air fryer recipes

Many of our Kikkoman recipes can also be made without a hob, oven, grill or wok. Gentle, low-calorie air frying perfectly complements these already light dishes:

Explore our air fryer recipes!

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Air fryer Kimchi Croque Monsieur

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Air fryer potatoes in panko & spicy dip

17 mins

Air fryer baked Camembert with plums

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Air fryer oats, salted caramel & nuts

4.8

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Air fryer BBQ chicken tortilla skewers

33 mins

Air fryer prawns with mango teriyaki

17 mins

Air fryer smoked salmon & veg omelette

35 mins

Air fryer veg with chickpeas & spices

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Air fryer baked apples with crumble & ice cream

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Air fryer chicken with mushrooms and vegetables

Vegetarian & vegan recipes

Prefer plant-based food? Then these recipe ideas are just right for you:

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Air fryer baked apples with crumble & ice cream

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Air fryer veg with chickpeas & spices

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Air fryer oats, salted caramel & nuts

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Air fryer potatoes in panko & spicy dip

A perfect match: Your air fryer and Kikkoman

Good things really do come in threes when it comes to air frying and the delicious seasoning magic of Kikkoman sauces.

The Kikkoman caramelisation hack: Whether you create a marinade with Kikkoman Soy Sauce or glaze your food with one of our teriyaki sauces, the circulating hot air works wonders. It caramelises the marinade to perfection, leaving your favourite dishes glossy and golden on the outside and juicy on the inside. Give it a try and you'll never look back!

The umami advantage: Using an air fryer saves you oil or lets you skip it altogether. For health reasons, it's also a good idea to go easy on the salt. But careful eating shouldn't mean sacrificing enjoyment. Switch table salt for a splash of Kikkoman Soy Sauce when seasoning dishes – its natural umami guarantees an intense, full-bodied flavour even with less salt and oil. All the flavour, none of the compromise!

Made for green cooking: Water, soybeans, wheat and salt—these are the pure and sustainaly sourced ingredients of our traditionally Naturally Brewed Kikkoman Soy Sauce. It is completely vegan, making it a perfect fit for the eco-conscious values of a plant-based diet. When you add an air fryer, it couldn't make more sense!

The basics of air frying

Place the food in the basket and set the temperature and time.
Don't overcrowd the basket to ensure food like chips or vegetable sticks gets properly crispy on all sides.
A temperature of 170–190 °C is suitable for most dishes.
Shake the food in the basket halfway through the cooking time.
Use baking paper for dishes with wet ingredients—such as loaded chips.

Safety tips

Plug your air fryer directly into a wall socket. Extension leads can overheat.
Let the air fryer cool down after use. It cools more quickly if you remove the basket and place it on a wire rack.
Skip the preheating so you can safely place food into the basket without burning yourself.

Air fryer FAQs

In many cases, absolutely! In Asia, cooking over an open flame creates that signature smoky aroma known as wok hei. If you use a conventional pan at home, the moisture in your sauce evaporates very quickly. But the air fryer changes the game. Its intense, dry heat causes sauces and marinades to thicken rapidly, perfectly coating chicken, tofu or vegetables (just remember to drain them well first). The result—that authentic wok hei flavour, just like it came straight from the wok. It works like a charm for plenty of Kikkoman wok recipes, too!
Very wet batter without a tin or mould, as it will drip straight through the basket grate.
Vegetables with a high water content, as they tend to go soggy rather than crispy.
Lightweight leafy greens like fresh spinach. The powerful airflow can blow them into the heating elements.
Delicate, thin fish varieties like sole, as they dry out quickly in the hot air current.
Very fatty meat, as the fat can splatter onto the heating coil and cause smoke or even fire.
Uncoated cheese, as it can melt and stick to the grate.
If you use it on its own directly in the air fryer, it can. Here are a few tips to prevent this:
When cooking meat, fish or vegetables that have been marinated in Kikkoman Soy Sauce, drain off any excess liquid and pat the food thoroughly dry before cooking.
Cook at moderate temperatures up to a maximum of 180 °C.
Give the food a good shake every 5 minutes.
Mixing Kikkoman Soy Sauce with a little oil also helps prevent burning.
And if you use special air fryer baking paper, the basket stays clean too!