Is It Safe to Use Aluminum Foil in an Air Fryer?

With the rise in popularity of air fryers - whether or not foil is safe to use is a common question.

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Most people want to know the answer for clean-up purposes to catch grease or drippings.

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Other uses for foil include - cooking the food in packets & preventing sticking.

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Depending on the model air fryer you have - using aluminum foil can be safe.

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The best use of foil in an air fryer is to line the grease tray or basket.

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But you need to be cautious to not block the air flow entirely.

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Air fryers work by circulating hot air around the food. If foil blocks this, it can be dangerous.

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Oven model air fryers are more conducive to foil use than basket models.

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