Air fryers are versatile appliances that have become a kitchen staple in recent years. Not only do they use less electricity and cook food much faster than conventional ovens, but they can be used to prepare a wide variety of foods in a healthier manner than traditional pan or deep frying.
Because air fryers are used as an alternative to frying foods, people tend to use them for convenience foods like tenders, wings and French fries. But consumers shouldn’t sell the air fryer short—it is a great appliance to use whether you are fixing an everyday meal or entertaining friends and family.
Although not all Maple Leaf Farms retail duck products have air fryer cooking instructions, this is not because duck can’t be cooked in an air fryer. It definitely can! We encourage consumers to check out the growing collection of air fryer recipes we offer on our website and social channels.
For crispy, flavorful side dishes, duck fat is the secret ingredient for delicious air fryer recipes. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Air Fried Duck Fat Fries - Crispy duck fat fries are a family favorite.
- Air Fryer Duck Fat Carrots – A dab of duck fat adds depth of flavor to this veggie side.
- Duck Fat Roasted Potatoes – Potatoes go from ordinary to extraordinary when roasting them in duck fat.
Using an air fryer to prepare duck entrees is a great way to achieve the extra crispy texture that so many consumers crave. Whether you want a convenient, time-saving dish or a more creative culinary option, we have a recipe for you. Check out some exciting air fryer entrees here:
- Air Fried Roast Half Duck Dinner- An easy weeknight meal that can be ready in 12 minutes.
- Air Fryer Duck Breast- Looking for an easy-to-prep dinner idea? Try Duck Breast in the Air Fryer.
- Air Fryer Duck Bacon Wrapped Shrimp - This easy recipe has a rich flavor but whips up in minutes!
Whether you are looking to cut calories or time spent cooking a meal, you can use air fryers to fix nearly any dish—even your family favorites. To convert an oven recipe for air fryer use, reduce the temperature by 25°F and cut the cook time by 25 to 50%. Don’t forget to flip the food over halfway through the cook cycle and check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure desired doneness.
The next time you are planning for a duck dinner don’t rule out your air fryer. They are a convenient and versatile cooking appliance that can help you achieve amazing results.