The financial guru has been receiving numerous inquiries from fans looking to trade their traditional cookers for the newer air fryer models such as Ninja and Tower. These air fryers have been promoted as a cost-effective substitute for conventional ovens, and some individuals have even contemplated using them for preparing their Sunday roasts. The guru expressed skepticism about the claim that air fryers are more economical and initiated a discussion by highlighting the benefits of an oven for cooking large quantities at once, as opposed to air fryers which are better suited for quickly preparing small items.
He also stressed that using an air fryer multiple times for different items would generally result in higher energy usage compared to using an oven. In a discussion about the financial implications of cooking, the guru analyzed the cost-effectiveness of using a microwave for a jacket potato compared to cooking it in an oven. He also emphasized the importance of considering the wattage of a device and calculating the cost of its usage, utilizing a simple formula involving the device’s wattage and the cost per hour of use.
The guru also applied the same principle to assess the cost-effectiveness of air fryers and halogen cookers, providing a useful equation for determining the cost of using a microwave based on its wattage and usage time. Energy expert Llewellyn Kinch from MakeMyHouseGreen.com suggested using a slow cooker for cooking large meals to save on electricity, with the option to finish meat in the oven for a short period for those who prefer crispy skin. For side dishes, he recommended using energy-efficient cooking methods like the microwave or convection oven and highlighted the effectiveness of energy-efficient air fryers for roast potatoes.
Additionally, he advised matching saucepan sizes to hot plates or burners and keeping lids on pots to reduce cooking time and energy waste.
