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If suddenly your air fryer starts emitting smoke, don't panic! Check out the reasons and solutions in the following article by Mytour!
1. Smoke from Air Fryer Due to High Fat Content in Food
Smoke from the air fryer often occurs when frying foods high in fat. When a large amount of oil from the food drips into the fryer and combines with high heat, it produces smoke and makes the air fryer hotter than usual.
Solution:
When you notice smoke coming from the air fryer, quickly stop the device and remove the cooking basket. Then use paper towels to absorb excess oil at the bottom of the fryer before resuming cooking.
2. Oil Residue Causes Air Fryer Smoke
Apart from food with high fat content, smoke in the air fryer can also occur due to inadequate cleaning or insufficient cleaning after previous use. Residual oil or food particles may still cling to the fryer, which can easily burn and create smoke during subsequent use.
Solution:
- In this situation, you should stop the air fryer and remove any remaining food stuck at the bottom of the basket. After each use, ensure thorough cleaning of the food basket and heating element. You can use paper towels or multipurpose wipes to remove excess oil before washing.
3. Food Gets Stuck in the Heating Element
During the frying process, lightweight ingredients like bread, vegetables, thinly sliced fruits, or potatoes may get ejected from the fryer basket and become lodged in the heating element. This can also lead to smoke in the air fryer.
Solution: Remove any food residue from the heating element after the air fryer has cooled down. Remember to clean the air fryer thoroughly after each use to prevent such incidents.
This article by Mytour has discussed 3 reasons and solutions for smoke in air fryers. We hope this helps you understand the proper use of air fryers. Thank you for reading!
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