the_hayden•29d agoProlific Poster

Paper towels vs. reusable mats in the air fryer - which side are you on?

I tried paper towels under my chicken wings last week and they caught on fire a little, but the cleanup was so easy. Then I switched to a silicone mat and the wings came out way crispier, but now I gotta scrub the thing every time. What do you guys usually go with for things like fries or breaded stuff? I'm torn between convenience and getting that crunch right.

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3 Comments

the_anthony29d ago

Silicone mat is the way to go for me. I just rinse it right after use while it's still warm and it wipes clean way easier than scrubbing a basket.

brianl5329d ago

That paper towel fire story hits close to home - my attempt at "quick and easy" cleanup turned my kitchen into a smoke-filled crime scene that smelled like burnt popcorn for a week. I'm clearly not responsible enough for fire hazards near heating elements (I still have the singed eyebrows to prove it), so I just spray some oil on the basket and deal with the scrubbing like a grownup who can't be trusted with shortcuts.

wadem8929d ago

Oh man, your paper towel fire story reminds me of the time I tried using parchment paper without weighing it down first. It floated up and touched the heating element. Never seen anything turn black that fast. I just use a light spray of oil on the basket now and accept that cleanup is part of the deal.