air frying

[ air frahy-ing ]

noun

1. a method of food preparation in which the ingredients are enclosed in a type of small convection oven and cooked, with little or no oil, by the circulation of hot air, which for certain foods results in a crispy surface, as if they had been deep-fried.

Word History and Origins

Origin of air frying¹

First recorded in 2010–15 air ¹( def ) + fry ¹( def ) + -ing ¹( def )

Example Sentences

In addition to air frying, the Uber Air Fryer XL Deluxe can be used to bake, broil, roast or dehydrate food.

From Washington Times

What's great about these chickpeas is that they stay crispy for a few days after air frying or oven-baking on a sheet pan, which makes them ideal to pack for lunches.

From Salon

She now owns seven, six of different brands, and runs a blog called Air Frying Foodie with her friend Jennifer West.

From New York Times

"Air frying the corn ribs also creates crisp corn kernels that are so tender and juicy."

From Fox News

Air frying is accessible enough that Tanya Harris, a self-confessed former non-cook and ex-public defender, has become a professional food blogger and recipe developer.

From Seattle Times