Source: Yulia Furman, AdobeStock An air fryer is a true godsend for those who love juicy meat with an appetizing crispy crust but don't want to use a lot of oil. Thanks to hot air circulation, food cooks faster than in an oven, and excess fat simply drains into the drip pan. In this collection, we've gathered a variety of recipes for pork, beef, poultry, and fish!
1. Pork Skewers (Shashlik) in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock A homemade recipe for everyone's favorite dish!
You will need: 800 g pork, 2 onions, 2 tbsp vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Cut the pork into large cubes, and slice the onions into rings, then lightly mash them with salt and sugar. Mix the meat, onions, vinegar, and spices, and let it marinate for 1-2 hours. Afterward, thread the pork onto skewers and bake for 15-20 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees, turning occasionally.
2. Beef Steak in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Very juicy inside and with a beautiful crust outside.
You will need: 2 beef steaks, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, 1 pinch salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Take the meat out of the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking. Rub the steaks with olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic. Place them in the air fryer and cook for 10-12 minutes at 200 degrees, flipping once. Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before serving.
3. Pork Ribs in BBQ Sauce in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Juicy ribs that literally melt in your mouth.
You will need: 800 g pork ribs, 4 tbsp BBQ sauce, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, salt, paprika.
Preparation: Cut the pork ribs into serving pieces. Separately mix oil, minced garlic, salt, paprika, and half of the BBQ sauce.
Rub the meat with this mixture and let it marinate for 30 minutes, then place it in the air fryer basket and bake for 20-25 minutes at 200 degrees. Flip halfway through the process, and 5 minutes before the end of cooking, brush the ribs with the remaining sauce.
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4. Beef in Soy-Ginger Glaze in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock A distinctive flavor with a slight sweetness and a caramel crust.
You will need: 500 g beef, 1 clove garlic, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tsp vegetable oil, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Cut the beef into strips, mix with soy sauce, honey, ginger, minced garlic, and ground pepper. Let it marinate for 20-30 minutes. After that, place the meat in the air fryer and cook for 12-15 minutes at 200 degrees, stirring once in the middle of the process.
5. Turkey Drumsticks in Honey-Mustard Marinade in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock A hearty dish for the whole family, and it looks very impressive too.
You will need: 2 turkey drumsticks, 2 tbsp mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic.
Preparation: Make several deep cuts on the drumsticks. Mix the marinade ingredients and thoroughly coat the turkey with it, leave for 1 hour. After that, wrap the bones in foil and bake the drumsticks for 35-40 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees, turning every 15 minutes.
6. Chicken Fillet in Yogurt Marinade in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Pairs perfectly with any side dish!
You will need: 600 g chicken fillet, 3 tbsp yogurt, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp paprika, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Mix yogurt with spices and minced garlic, marinate the chicken fillet in this mixture for 30 minutes. Then place the meat in the air fryer and cook for 15-18 minutes at 180 degrees, flipping once.
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7. Crispy Chicken Wings in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock The perfect appetizer with a golden crust without excess oil.
You will need: 800 g chicken wings, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp ground ginger, 2 tbsp sesame seeds, salt.
Preparation: Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings. Mix soy sauce, honey, salt, and ginger, marinate the chicken in this marinade for 20 minutes, then place it in the air fryer basket.
Bake for 20-25 minutes at 190 degrees and shake the basket 2-3 times during cooking for an even crust. Sprinkle the cooked wings with sesame seeds and serve.
8. Lamb with Cumin and Coriander in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Lamb is especially good with such expressive spices.
You will need: 600 g lamb, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp cumin, 0.5 tsp ground coriander, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Cut the meat into pieces, mix with oil, spices, and garlic. Let the lamb marinate for half an hour, then place it in the air fryer and cook for 20-25 minutes at 200 degrees, stirring occasionally for an even crust.
9. Whole Chicken with Garlic and Herbs in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Thanks to the air circulation, the chicken turns out crispy on all sides.
You will need: 1 small chicken, 30 g butter, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tsp dried basil, salt, spices to taste.
Preparation: It's important to choose a chicken that will fit in your air fryer. Mix softened butter with minced garlic, salt, and spices, and rub the chicken with this mixture both outside and under the skin. Place the chicken breast-side down in the air fryer and bake for 25-30 minutes at 180 degrees, then flip and cook for another 20 minutes until fully done.
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10. Cod Fillet with Garlic in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock A light recipe that cooks the fastest and requires no complex preparation.
You will need: 2 cod fillets (or other white fish), 1 tbsp olive oil, juice of 1/2 lemon, 1 clove garlic, 1 pinch salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and ground black pepper. Brush the fish fillets with the resulting marinade and let them marinate for 10 minutes. Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes at 180 degrees.
11. Turkey Steaks in Lemon Marinade in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Dietary and tender meat becomes doubly juicy in an air fryer.
You will need: 600 g turkey fillet, juice of 1/2 lemon, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, salt, ground white pepper.
Preparation: Cut the turkey fillet into steaks about 2 cm thick. Mix oil, lemon juice, and spices, and marinate the meat in this marinade for 20 minutes. Cook the steaks for 15-18 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees. It's important not to overcook the turkey to keep it juicy.
12. Chicken in Teriyaki Sauce in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Especially for all lovers of Asian cuisine!
You will need: 600 g chicken fillet, 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce, 1 tsp honey, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tsp sesame seeds.
Preparation: Mix teriyaki sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ginger, marinate the chicken fillet in the resulting marinade for 30 minutes. Then place the meat in the air fryer and cook for 15-20 minutes at 190 degrees, flipping once. At the end of cooking, sprinkle the chicken with sesame seeds, and if desired, add a little more teriyaki.
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13. Whole Dorado with Lemon in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Whole fish is especially delicious and looks very impressive on the table.
You will need: 1 dorado, 1/2 lemon, 1 sprig rosemary, 1 tbsp olive oil, sea salt, ground white pepper.
Preparation: Clean the fish and make diagonal cuts on its sides. Insert lemon and rosemary into the cavity, rub the fish with oil, salt, and ground pepper. Cook the dorado in the air fryer for 15-20 minutes at 190 degrees until golden brown.
14. Pork Neck in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock In case you want to bake a large piece of meat.
You will need: 800 g pork neck, 50-60 ml soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp paprika, 1 pinch chili flakes, salt, spices to taste.
Preparation: Rinse and pat dry the pork, stud it with garlic slices. Separately mix soy sauce, vegetable oil, and all spices, rub the pork with this marinade and let it marinate for 5-6 hours in the refrigerator.
After that, wrap the meat in foil, bake for 45-50 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees, then unwrap the foil and bake for another 10 minutes at 180 degrees for a crispy crust.
15. Salmon Steak in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStock Fish cooks quite quickly in an air fryer and retains its tender texture.
You will need: 2 salmon steaks, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 sprig thyme, salt, mixed peppers.
Preparation: Salt, pepper, and drizzle the fish with lemon juice and olive oil. Place it on the air fryer rack, add thyme leaves on top, and bake for 10-12 minutes at 200 degrees. Serve the finished dish with a slice of lemon.