The oven works hard when a roast dinner is on the menu, with a long list of dishes that must be timed down to the second for perfect results. Your average Sunday roast can afford a few kitchen mishaps and delays but when it comes to the big Christmas lunch, many home cooks are set on making it perfect. Cue the air fryer - a trusty and energy-efficient appliance that can do more than you may think when it comes to cooking a roast, as Paul Bough, Chef at ZWILLING UK highlights.
He told Express.co.uk: "Air Fryers aren’t just for making a healthier, homemade version of Friday's fish and chips! They can also be used to cook everything from potatoes to meat and Yorkshire puddings for a Sunday roast, or Christmas dinner.
" Regardless of your choice of meat and trimmings, however, Paul warned that "preheating the air fryer is crucial for achieving the desired cooking results". How to cook a roast dinner in an air fryer First, set the air fryer to the recommended temperature before placing any ingredients inside. Paul said: "This ensures that the food cooks evenly and develops a delicious golden brown exterior.
" He added: "Ensure that the meat, vegetables, and other components of your roast dinner fit comfortably inside without overcrowding - as this will hinder air circulation and result in uneven cooking." Of course, keeping food warm is essential when cooking a roast exclusively in an air fryer . Paul suggested using a warming tray or a tray in the oven at a low temperature to kee.
