You might be thinking, “Is it safe for my family?” Look, standard greaseproof paper is treated with silicone or quilon, which is generally fine for occasional use. But if you’re a hardcore health nut, look for unbleached, non-coated options. Or just skip the paper and clean the basket. I won’t judge.
Here’s the truth: Using paper can actually help your food brown better because it prevents sticking. So your chicken nuggets get that perfect golden color without ripping apart. Win-win.
Can you put greaseproof paper in air fryer?
What if I don’t have greaseproof paper? Can I use foil?
Ah, the classic backup. Aluminum foil is fine in an air fryer, but again—don’t block the air flow. Crumple it a bit to create ridges, so hot air can circulate underneath. And never cover the entire basket. Your fries need to breathe, buddy.
But here’s a fun fact: Greaseproof paper is actually better than foil for delicate foods like fish or cookies. It doesn’t react with acidic ingredients (looking at you, tomatoes). So if you’re making air fryer salmon, paper is your friend.
