The air fryer is a modern kitchen appliance that allows users to prepare delicious food without using much oil. Its convenience and efficiency have made the air fryer indispensable to many family kitchens. However, few people know that the air fryer is only the result of a long research and development process in the home appliance industry.
What is an air fryer?
Air fryers are popular kitchen appliances and are increasingly favored by many families to prepare fried, fried, and grilled dishes without too much oil.
Air fryers use hot air circulation technology to cook food. This process creates high temperatures and strong air flows around the food, making the food crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. This is similar to the traditional frying method but with little or no fat.
This method not only retains the flavor and nutrients of the food but also minimizes the amount of oil needed, which is suitable for those who are on a diet or eating healthy. In addition, the cooking process also becomes quick and easy to clean, saving time for housework.
History of development of air fryer
The development history of the air fryer is a long process that goes through many different stages in the field of cuisine and cooking technology, helping to improve the quality of life.
Origin of air fryer
Fred van der Weij, a Dutch inventor, is the “father” of the air fryer, a popular cooking appliance today. He developed the idea for this fryer in the early 2000s when he realized the need for a healthier cooking method to reduce the amount of fat in fried foods, which is harmful to health.
He wanted to find a way to fry foods without soaking them in oil but keep them crispy and delicious. After much research, van der Weij developed the “fast air technology” principle, in which hot air flows through food at high speed, helping to cook and crisp the food with little or no oil. As a result, the food is still delicious and crispy, like traditional frying, but healthier.
When this idea was perfected, van der Weij cooperated with Philips, a large company with experience in manufacturing consumer electronics. Philips helped improve and market the air fryer. Although Philips holds the patent and distribution rights for the product, Fred van der Weij gets the most credit for pioneering a new direction in the field of healthy cooking.
The development of air fryer
A memorable milestone in the development of air fryers was the launch of the Philips Airfryer in 2010 at the Berlin Fair. With this product, Philips not only wanted to bring consumers a solution for preparing crispy food but also help them enjoy their favorite dishes without worrying about the amount of oil used.
The appearance of Philips Airfryer immediately attracted the attention of many consumers. This product’s outstanding benefits stimulated the demand for air fryers to skyrocket. Customers quickly realized that they could enjoy delicious dishes while still protecting their health, away from the worry of oil.
Philips’ success not only opened a new era for air fryers but also attracted the participation of many other brands. Competing companies brought more choices in design, features, and price. Not only does it stop at frying, new product lines are integrated with touch screens, multi-cooking functions, and modern features such as self-cleaning and temperature control. Air fryers can now do more, from baking cakes to roasting meat, significantly expanding the possibilities of use. This fierce competition not only enriches consumer choices but also improves product and service quality, bringing an increasingly better experience to customers.
Technologies applied in oil-free fryers
With brands constantly improving, today’s air fryers are integrated with many advanced technologies, helping to improve cooking efficiency and user experience. Understanding the technology applied in the product will help you make better decisions when purchasing.
Rapid Air Technology
Rapid Air technology, also known as Rush heating technology, was developed by APDS. This technology is commonly used in air fryer brands such as Philips, Magic, Bluestone, and Mishio.
Rapid Air uses hot air to cook food. Heat from the heating element is transmitted in two directions: one direction is directed directly to the top of the food, and the other is the fan pushing hot air down to the bottom of the pot and reflecting back. Thanks to that, cooking time is faster.
Precise temperature adjustment
Most modern air fryers have features that allow users to easily adjust the temperature. Thanks to that, you can choose the right temperature for each dish, helping the food to cook evenly and retain its delicious flavor. The temperature adjustment feature helps housewives feel more secure when cooking and reduces the risk of food being burnt or overcooked.
Timer function
All brands of air fryers equip their products with a timer function. This feature allows users to easily manage cooking time. You can set the time according to your needs and the pot will automatically turn off when the time is up, preventing food from being burnt or overcooked.
The most popular brands of air fryers today
There are many different brands of air fryers on the market today. Each brand has its outstanding features. Below are some famous brands that consumers often choose.
- Philips: As one of the pioneering brands in the field of air fryers, Philips is famous for its Rapid Air technology. This technology allows hot air to circulate evenly around food, helping food cook crispy without much oil. Philips air fryers often have a modern design, are easy to use and clean, and offer many diverse cooking modes.
- Tefal: Tefal is a famous brand for quality household products. Tefal’s air fryer uses ActiFry technology, allowing food to be cooked efficiently with less oil. Some Tefal air fryer models also have automatic sensors, helping to adjust the time and temperature for different dishes.
- Cosori: Cosori is an emerging brand in the air fryer market, featuring a modern design and many smart features. Cosori air fryers often have easy-to-use touch screens and many cooking modes, from frying, baking to reheating. Cosori products also often come with cookbooks containing a variety of recipes.
- Rapido: Rapido is a famous home appliance brand in Vietnam. Thanks to their very affordable product prices, Rapido air fryers are increasingly receiving attention from domestic consumers. Simple design, ease of use, and ease of cleaning are the outstanding advantages of this brand.
- BlueStone is also a famous brand with cheap but stable-quality household products. The company’s air fryers are cheap and have diverse features. Their user-friendly design and easy cleaning are big pluses of this brand.
With the above information, we can see that the air fryer is not only a convenient kitchen appliance but also the result of a long development process in the food industry. Understanding its origin, technology, and outstanding brands will help you make the best choice for yourself and your family. The air fryer deserves to be an important part of the modern kitchen, bringing convenience and ensuring users’ health.
