Can Aluminium Foil Be Used in an Air Fryer? 

A busy lifestyle and hectic schedules demand quick, convenient and efficient healthy cooking methods. Air fryers are becoming popular in households for their convenience and low or oil-free cooking. Coming to the question of whether you can use aluminium foil in an air fryer? Of course! Aluminium foils mean minimal mess, easy clean-up and evenly cooked meals. However, there are a few things you need to remember when using aluminium foil in air fryer to ensure safety and easy clean-up. We share some quick tips to help you make the most of foils for your cooking and packaging needs. 

4 Tips to Use Aluminium Foil in Air Fryer 

Make Use of High-quality Aluminium Foil 

Buy top-quality foils that are food-grade, non-toxic and odourless. The aluminium foils must comply with FDA, ASTM and other food packaging safety standards certifications. This is why source foil from trusted aluminium foil manufacturers in India who offer high-quality foils that are compatible with air fryers. 

Choose Appropriate Foil Thickness 

Select the proper aluminium foil thickness as per your cooking needs. Remember, thin foils are more prone to breakage & tearing, while thicker aluminium foils can withstand better performance as it does not blow around the air fryer basket. Shree Pragya Flexifilm Industries offers foils of various thicknesses to choose from, standard foils, heavy-duty foils, to household foils up to 18 microns. 

Using the Right Side of the Foil 

The aluminium foil has a matte and glossy side; food can be wrapped on either side. However, when you use foils in air fryers, ensure the shiny side is facing inwards for optimal heat conduction and to prevent the food from sticking to the foil. If you are baking purpose, spray oil on the food to prevent sticking to the basket or tray of the appliance. 

Also Read: The Versatility of Aluminium Foil in Cooking and Baking 

Avoid Direct Contact of Foil with Heat Sources 

Aluminium foils exhibit a high melting point, though they might still melt when exposed to higher temperatures. This is why avoid contact between heating elements like high-speed fans and foil that can damage the appliance or even catch fire.  

How to Safely Use Aluminium Foils in Air Fryers? 

Aluminium foils are safe in air fryers, simply remember these 3 rules:

• Ensure the foil does not touch the heating elements 
• Use appropriate thickness so the foil does not move around the basket
• Don’t use aluminium foil for acidic food 

Aluminium foils are ideal for air fryers when used properly. You can also consider using precut aluminium foils that are perfectly sized for portion-sized air fryers usage. At Shree Pragya Flexifilm Industries, our aluminium foils comply with international quality and safety standards, ideal for domestic and commercial kitchens. We understand the dynamic cooking and packaging requirements and offer customization in terms of thickness, width, as well as printed foils for branding purposes. To know more about our food packaging products and price quotes, call us.