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If there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s that Aussies love their air fryers. From weeknight dinners to crunchy snacks and comforting desserts, these little kitchen wonders have earned their place on the kitchen bench, and in our hearts. But for all their promise, we also know the struggle: burnt chips, dry chicken, or that eternal question, how long do I cook this for? That’s where this cookbook comes in. You’ll find recipes created to solve real, everyday problems. Fuss-free meals the kids will love. Time-saving solutions that make dinner time a breeze. Budget-friendly ideas that don’t skimp on flavour, and smart tips to help you make the most of your air fryer. This book was made with care, curiosity and a deep appreciation for how we cook now.…

HAM AND EGG TARTS Preparation time 5 minsCooking time 40 minsMakes 4 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed½ cup grated cheddar cheese¼ cup diced ham4 free-range eggsSea-salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper, to seasonDill sprigs, hot sauce, to serve STEP 1 Cut the pastry sheet into four squares. STEP 2 Working in batches, arrange pastry squares in a single layer in the air-fryer basket (do not overcrowd). Air-fry at 175°C for 5–6 minutes or until puffed and browned. STEP 3 Using a metal tablespoon, gently press the centre of each pastry square to form an indentation. Place 1 tablespoon cheese and 1 tablespoon ham into each indentation. Return the pastry squares to the air-fryer basket. One at a time, crack an egg into a small bowl, then pour one…

CUBAN-INSPIRED PULLED PORK SLIDERS Preparation time 10 minsCooking time 20 minsMakes 8 2 cups shredded cooked pork2 Tbsp orange juice½ tsp ground cumin2 Tbsp yellow mustard2 Tbsp mayonnaise8 dinner rolls 120g thinly sliced ham or salami16 dill pickle slices4 thin slices Swiss cheese, halved40g butter, melted1 small clove garlic, crushed STEP 1 In a medium bowl, stir together pork, orange juice and cumin. STEP 2 In a small bowl, whisk together mustard and mayonnaise. Split rolls and spread top and bottom halves with mustard mixture. Layer bottom halves with ham, pickles, pork and cheese, folding the fillings to fit the buns as needed. Sandwich with roll tops. STEP 3 In a small bowl, combine butter and garlic. Brush butter mixture over roll tops. STEP 4 Working in batches…

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH BALSAMIC BRUSSELS SPROUTS Preparation time 25 minsCooking time 25 minsServes 4 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp dried oregano, crushed1 tsp dried thyme, crushed½ tsp ground cuminSea-salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper, to season500g pork fillet, trimmed200g brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered1 red onion, thinly sliced1 Tbsp balsamic vinegarFresh oregano, to serve STEP 1 Preheat air fryer to 200°C. In a small bowl, stir together 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, thyme and cumin, and season with sea-salt flakes and pepper. Rub mixture all over pork. STEP 2 Place pork in air-fryer basket. Cook at 200°C for 17–20 minutes, turning once halfway through, or until pork reaches 60°C internal temperature. Remove and cover loosely with foil to rest. STEP 3 Meanwhile, in a medium…

ROASTED RATATOUILLE Preparation time 10 minsCooking time 15 minsServes 4 2 zucchini, sliced thickly1 large red capsicum, sliced thinly1 large yellow capsicum, sliced thinly1 medium red onion, cut into thin wedges2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 tsp smoked paprikaSea-salt flakes and black pepper250g baby roma tomatoes2 cloves garlic, sliced thinly2 Tbsp pine nuts2 Tbsp red wine vinegar½ cup basil leaves STEP 1 Preheat a 7-litre air fryer to 180°C for 3 minutes. STEP 2 Place zucchini, capsicum, red onion, oil and paprika in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. STEP 3 Taking care, line air-fryer basket with baking paper. Spoon vegetables onto paper. Cook at 180°C for 10 minutes, tossing halfway through the cooking time. STEP 4 Add tomatoes, garlic and pine nuts to vegetables in basket…

MOLTEN LAVA CAKES Preparation time 15 mins, plus 3 mins coolingCooking time 15 minsMakes 4 Olive oil cooking spray180g dark chocolate, chopped115g salted butter½ cup caster sugar3 free-range eggs, lightly beaten1 tsp vanilla extract¼ cup plain flourIcing sugar or cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)Vanilla ice cream (optional)Fresh berries (optional) STEP 1 Preheat air fryer to 180°C for 5 minutes. Lightly coat four 150–180ml ramekins with cooking spray. STEP 2 In a medium microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate and butter on 50% power until melted, 1–2 minutes, stirring every 20 seconds. Whisk in caster sugar, eggs and vanilla. Fold in flour. Divide batter among ramekins. STEP 3 Working in batches if needed, place ramekins in air-fryer basket. Cook for 11 minutes or until edges and tops are set and centres are still soft (internal…

BEEF 59 Air fryer zucchini with meatballs46 Kofta wraps with honey tahini56 Marinated steak with vegies34 Roast beef and gravy sliders CHICKEN 57 Air-fried whole chicken49 Cheesy stuffed chicken24 Crispy chicken tortilla rolls50 Garam masala-spiced chicken drumsticks53 Jalapeño-stuffed chicken thighs44 Lemon chicken with capers33 Mexican pulled chicken sliders41 One-basket Mediterranean chicken dinner52 Spiced Southern-style fried chicken18 Spicy chicken wings LAMB 45 Herbed lamb cutlets with baby potatoes and grapes46 Kofta wraps with honey tahini (made with lamb mince) PORK 32 Cuban-inspired pulled pork sliders11 Ham and egg tarts35 Italian-style sliders14 Mini bacon and cheese scones55 Pork tenderloin with balsamic brussels sprouts SEAFOOD 25 Coconut prawns38 Harissa-lime salmon with asparagus40 Spiced tuna with avocado-citrus salad VEGETARIAN 42 Falafel with roasted capsicum and tzatziki64 Fennel and butternut pumpkin salad67 Parmesan and basil zucchini fritters63 Roasted beetroot and crunchy apple salad76…

CHOOSING AN AIR FRYER With so many different models available, choosing an air fryer can be overwhelming. Keep these tips in mind when shopping. SIZE Air fryers come in a wide range of sizes, from individual single-serve fryers to large double-basket beauties. When choosing, consider how many people you need to feed. The bigger the fryer basket, the fewer batches you need to cook, and the faster dinner gets to the table. However, the bigger the fryer, the more counter space it will take up! FEATURES There isn’t much difference between air fryers in terms of how well they cook. As with a new car, it’s the extra options that bump up the price. Less expensive models often just have dials for temperature and cooking time. Higher-end models have digital…

AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI WITH MEATBALLS Preparation time 10 minsCooking time 20 minsMakes 4 2 zucchini½ tsp garlic powder12 cooked beef meatballs (see Cook’s Tip)250ml Napoletana sauce½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)75g shredded mozzarella cheese25g grated parmesan cheeseChopped fresh basil STEP 1 Trim ends from zucchini and cut each in half lengthwise. Using a melon baller or a small spoon, scoop out and discard seeds to create 0.5cm-thick shells. Sprinkle garlic powder inside the zucchini. STEP 2 Preheat air fryer to 200°C for 3 minutes. Working in batches if needed, arrange zucchini shells in air-fryer basket. Cook for 5 minutes or until just beginning to soften. Remove from basket. STEP 3 In a small bowl, combine meatballs, sauce, and chilli flakes (if using). STEP 4 Spoon meatball mixture into zucchini shells and top with mozzarella.…

BEST USE OF SPACE NINJA DOUBLESTACK XXL 7.6L 2 DRAWER AIR FRYER WHY WE LIKE IT This smart air fryer maximises your benchtop space by stacking the two air fryers on top of each other. Its clever design also features removable stacked metal racks which allow you to cook on two levels per drawer. $399.99 BEST TO FEED A CROWD NINJA FLEXDRAWER AIR FRYER 6.6L WHY WE LIKE IT This clever air fryer has a removable drawer divider to turn it from a large air fryer into two smaller air fryers. The large option is perfect for roasting a large piece of meat, while the individual sections are ideal for smaller dishes that need different times and temperatures. $249.99 MOST INNOVATIVE SUNBEAM STEAM FRY AIR FRYER 7L WHY WE LIKE…

SWEET POTATO CHIPS Preparation time 10 mins plus 20 mins soakingCooking time 12 mins per batchServes 4 250g sweet potato, cut in 2mm slices (see Cook’s Tip)1 Tbsp canola oilSea-salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper, to seasonOlive oil cooking spray STEP 1 In a large bowl, soak potato slices in cold water for 20 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Wipe out the bowl, then return the potato slices to it. Add oil, salt and pepper; toss gently to coat. STEP 2 Lightly coat the air-fryer basket with cooking spray. Working in batches, arrange potato slices in a single layer in the basket (do not overcrowd). Cook at 180°C for 12–16 minutes, turning chips every 4 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. STEP 3 Let the chips stand for…

CHEESY STUFFED CHICKEN Preparation time 20 minsCooking time 30 minsServes 4 1 Tbsp olive oil1 shallot, thinly sliced2 cloves garlic, minced200g spinach, coarsely chopped8 semi-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced¼ tsp chilli flakes60g crumbled goat cheese4 slices thinly sliced ham, chopped 4 chicken breasts½ cup shredded mozzarella STEP 1 Line the air-fryer basket with perforated baking paper. In a 25cm frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add shallot and garlic to frying pan, then cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until fragrant. Add spinach, tomatoes and chilli flakes and cook, stirring, for 3–5 minutes or until spinach is slightly wilted. Remove pan from heat. Stir in goat cheese and ham. STEP 2 On a cutting board, place two chopsticks lengthwise along each side of one chicken breast. Slice…

ROASTED BEETROOT AND CRUNCHY APPLE SALAD Preparation time 15 minsCooking time 16 minsServes 4 450g beetroots, peeled and cut into 2.5cm chunks2 Tbsp olive oil, dividedSea-salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper, to season½ cup sliced red onion1 apple, cored and sliced1 Tbsp cider vinegar1 Tbsp chopped fresh chives60g crumbled goat cheese2 Tbsp chopped walnuts, toasted STEP 1 Toss beetroot with 1 tablespoon oil and season. STEP 2 Place beetroot in the air-fryer basket. Air-fry at 200°C for 8 minutes. Turn beetroot, add onion, then cook a further 8–12 minutes, until tender. STEP 3 In a large bowl, combine beetroot mixture with apple, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, vinegar and chives. Toss to coat. Top with goat cheese and walnuts. FENNEL AND BUTTERNUT PUMPKIN SALAD Preparation time 20 minsCooking time 20 minsServes 4 2 bulbs…

MELTY BRIE Preparation time 15 minsCooking time 10 minsServes 8 225g wheel brie cheese180g seedless red grapes, halved or quartered2 dried figs, finely chopped1 Tbsp honey½ tsp lemon zest¼ tsp fennel seeds, crushed, or¼ tsp chopped fresh rosemary¼ tsp chilli flakes1 Tbsp smoked almonds, chopped24 toasted baguette slices STEP 1 Slice the rind from the top of the brie and discard. Place the brie, cut side up, in a small, shallow ovenproof dish about 2.5cm wider than the cheese. STEP 2 In a small bowl, combine the grapes, figs, honey, lemon zest, fennel seeds (or rosemary) and chilli flakes. Spoon the mixture over the brie. STEP 3 Place the dish in the air-fryer basket. Cook at 180°C for 10–12 minutes, or until the brie is soft and melty. Let stand in the…

BASIC VANILLA BUTTER COOKIES Preparation time 20 mins plus 1 hour freezingCooking time 12 mins per batchMakes 15 125g butter, softened½ cup caster sugar1 tsp vanilla extract1 egg yolk1 ¼ cups plain flour2 Tbsp caster sugar, extraIcing sugar, for dusting STEP 1 Beat butter, sugar and vanilla in a small bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk until combined. Sift flour, in two batches, into butter mixture, mixing well after each addition. STEP 2 Knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Using your hands, shape it into a 25cm long log. Place extra caster sugar on a plate; roll log in the sugar. Wrap log in baking paper. Freeze for 1 hour or until firm. STEP 3 Remove log from the freezer. Let…