From the book · 30 Air Fryer Hacks

Cook mini kebabs in the air fryer without sticking or rolling

Mini kebabs lying on the plate cook flat on one side and stick. Resting them on a rack is better, but a strong fan can lift or roll light skewers. The fix is to hold them by the stick ends only and lock them there, so the food hangs in hot air. The book shows how to make the holder from two flat skewers, with exact marks and bending steps.

The fix is in the book

4 more step-by-step sketches
The full method in 4 numbered parts
Exact times, temperatures in °C and °F, and safety notes
A recipe to try it: chicken tikka mini kebabs

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Common questions

Can you put wooden skewers in the air fryer?

Yes, but soak them in water for 30 minutes first and keep the ends away from the heater. Flat stainless steel skewers are safer and don't burn.

Why do kebabs stick to the air fryer?

Lying on the plate, the meat cooks flat on one side and bonds to the hot metal. Holding the kebabs up in the hot air cooks them evenly all round.

How long do chicken kebabs take in the air fryer?

About 10 to 14 minutes at 200 °C (400 °F), turning once, depending on size. Chicken is cooked at 74 °C (165 °F) in the thickest piece.