How to double your air fryer’s space
Want to take your air fryer to the next level? Maximise its potential with
an air fryer rack, the handy accessory that can double the capacity of your
appliance


Air fryers are flying off the shelves right now, but these compact
countertop appliances can have limited capacity. Enter the air fryer rack
– a simple but effective accessory that can double how much food you can
cook in one go in an air fryer.

 Read our guide to the best air fryers

If you already own an air fryer, you'll know just how much of a game-changer
they can be. Add an air fryer rack to the equation, however, and you can
cook two layers at the same time rather than in multiple batches – which
may save you both time and money. Most racks also stack together easily, and
they're simple to clean, too.



What are racks in an air fryer used for?
Air fryer racks can help you achieve a crisp coating on dishes such as
chicken drumsticks, steak and fish. This is because the rack elevates the
food, which means heat can easily circulate around it.

Other recipes that work well include air fryer salmon, chicken thighs,
burgers and sausages.

 Discover our full collection of air fryer recipes

Brands including Ninja, Tower, and Breville produce their own accessories that
slot easily into existing models. Just be sure to check that the item you want
to buy is compatible with the air fryer you own – contact the retailer or
manufacturer if you're not sure.



Air fryer baskets vs air fryer racks
Most air fryers have baskets and you can use them to cook anything from
fries and veggies to a batch of doughnuts. They work particularly well with
small portions and snacks such as chips, as they’re easy to shake.

Racks, on the other hand, are better for food such as larger pieces of meat,
kebabs or anything that needs carefully rotating – that said, you can
still use an air fryer basket to cook these dishes.



How to buy an air fryer rack
If you've found an air fryer rack you want to buy, the first thing to check
is whether it's compatible with the air fryer you own. A list of compatible
models is usually available on the product description, but if you're unsure
it's best to contact the seller.

Some air fryer racks are sold as part of larger air fryer accessory bundles,
but you can also find them sold separately on Tower, Ninja, Amazon, and Philips.



What are the best air fryer accessories?
As well as the air fryer rack, there are several other air fryer accessories
that can help you expand the use of your appliance. Our team of experts has
rigorously tested these accessory sets against strict criteria, looking at
ease of use, value for money, ease of cleaning, quality of food and quality
of materials. Here's a few of our top picks:



Cosori air fryer accessories set
Best accessory set on the test
	
	

We loved the versatility of this multi-purpose set, which contains a cake tin,
silicone mat, pizza pan, metal trivet, egg bites mould and six skewers with a
rack. Ideal for round or large air fryers, we used it to make our banana muffins
recipe and they turned out perfectly.

This set is compatible with the Cosori Pro 5.5L air fryer, plus larger
models including the Cosori Dual Blaze smart air fryer. According to Cosori,
these accessories work with most other air fryers on the market, too,
including those from Tower, Philips and Ninja.



Tower air fryer accessory baking set
Best baking accessory set
	
	

If you're keen to make use of your air fryer's baking functionality, this bundle
from Tower is an excellent choice. Though more expensive than other accessory
sets, it delivered impressive results – and we found the pizza pan was handy for
reheating food, too. It also contains a bread and cake tin, plus additional 
silicone tools.

You can use this baking set with all Tower 11-litre air fryers, including the
Tower Vortex 5-in-1 air fryer.
Tower T17038011 Vortx 17-Piece Air Fryer Oven Baki...



Coleeson reusable silicone air fryer liner

Best reusable liner
	
	
This air fryer liner is immensely useful as it can easily be cleaned after
cooking, and is much less wasteful than using a throw-away paper liner. We loved
its bold colour and easy-grip handles, and while it adds a couple of minutes to
the cooking time, it produces golden, crisp chips with a perfectly fluffy 
middle.

This liner is most compatible with the Ninja Foodi Dual Zone air fryer, but
Coleeson advises measuring the inner diameter of your air fryer before placing
an order.
COLEESON Air Fryer Silicone liner for Ninja Dual A...

Air Fryer Salmon Samuel Goldsmith
Salmon fillets cook beautifully in an air fryer and make a delicious meal when
coated in a herb seasoning and served with greens and grains



Ingredients





1
tsp
salt
1
tsp
pepper
1
tsp
mixed herbs
1
tsp
garlic granules (optional)
4
salmon fillets (we used 4 x 130g fillets), skin on or removed
½
tbsp
olive oil

cooked seasonal greens and grains such as quinoa or brown rice, to serve (optional)




Method

STEP 1
Combine the salt, pepper, mixed herbs and garlic granules, if using, in a bowl,
then scatter onto a plate. Rub each salmon fillet with a little olive oil and 
roll in the seasoning to coat.
STEP 2
Put in the air fryer basket in one layer and cook at 180C for 8-10 mins, until
cooked through. If you have larger salmon fillets they will need to be cooked
for longer – keep checking after 10 mins and cook in 1-2 min blasts, until 
ready. Serve with greens and quinoa or rice, if you like.