Air fryers are a kitchen appliance designed to cook food by circulating hot air around it, mimicking the results of deep frying but with significantly less oil.
The hot air circulation is achieved through the use of a mechanical fan that evenly distributes the heat, creating a crispy layer on the outside of the food while keeping the inside moist.They've proven increasingly popular in recent years because they can make healthier cooking a lot easier.
By using little to no oil, air fryers produce lower-fat versions of traditionally fried foods, reducing calorie intake.They can also be quicker, more convenient and less messy than deep frying or roasting something for hours in the oven.
But with that being said, some have started questioning whether or not they are safe to use.On social media recently, people have claimed the materials used to make air fryers are toxic.