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20th Mar 2024

This simple hack will get your greasy air fryer sparkling

Anna Martin

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My air fryer has changed my dinner game forever

Yet it comes with one downside, that damn thing gets greasy and it can be tough to clean.

Thankfully, TikTok is full of clever folks who have hacks for everything you can imagine, even cleaning that pesky kitchen appliance.

The masterminds behind one Ninja, you know that brand that makes incredible air fryers, well they got a helping hand from another TikToker Ciara.

“Just put in a squirt of washing-up liquid and a quarter cup of baking soda,” she explained.

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“You’re going to fill that right up with boiling water, up to the top, and we’re gonna leave it for 20 minutes. 

“Then, pour it all out, rinse it with warm water, dry it with a paper towel and there you go. It’s like brand new.”

She captioned the clip: “Toxic Free Cleaning Hack. When air fryers first became popular you probably saw the viral hacks on how to clean them by adding washing up liquid and water and air frying this concoction for several minutes!

“You may not know, but things like washing up liquid have what’s called a ‘flashpoint’.

“So not only could this be a fire risk but it’s also can create chemical gases/toxins that they attach themselves to the inside of your Airfryer.

“Ideally you should give your air fryer a quick clean after each use, but to get rid of a really messy recipe, this hack is ideal.”

While some people loved the idea of giving their a deep clean, others weren’t as keen.

“No, this absolutely ruins your air fryer over time,” penned one, while another added, “I learned from experience – especially if it has screws inside.”

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