PSA: That $15 silicone basket insert was a game changer for my air fryer

I got it on a whim from a kitchen store last month, thinking it was just another gadget. It completely stops small things like diced veggies or shrimp from falling through the rack. My cleanup time is basically zero now because I just pull the whole liner out and rinse it. Anyone have other cheap add-ons that actually work this well?

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riverg751mo ago

That silicone basket is a total lifesaver for things like bacon bits or loose herbs. A good second purchase would be some small, shallow pans that fit inside. They're perfect for baking single-serve desserts or roasting a handful of nuts without any risk of a mess.

tylerr391mo ago

Ever try lining those little pans with parchment paper first? I burned a batch of nuts once because they stuck to the metal, and now I never skip it. It makes cleanup basically nothing, just toss the paper. Plus, you can lift the whole thing out when it's hot without messing up the shape. Total game changer for those small bakes.