An air fryer is no longer just about fries. With a hot air fryer like the Lauben DualZone® Air Fryer 8000BC, you can easily prepare a full menu from breakfast to dinner. And what’s more – quickly, affordably, and with minimal oil. All you need are a few basic ingredients most of us already have at home, and you’re ready to start cooking.
Homemade Seasoned Fries
Ingredients (2 servings):
- 800 g potatoes
- 2 tbsp oil
- salt, pepper, paprika, or your favorite seasoning
Method:
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into fries.
- Mix with oil and seasoning.
- Spread them into the baskets of the Lauben DualZone® Air Fryer 8000BC – thanks to the two zones, you can cook evenly without overcrowding.
- Air fry at 180 °C for 18–22 minutes, turning halfway through.
💡 Tip: If you have leftover boiled potatoes from lunch, you can use them too – cooking time will be even shorter.
Baked Vegetables with Egg
Ingredients:
- 1 zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp oil
- salt, pepper, dried herbs
Method:
- Cut the vegetables into small pieces and mix with oil, salt, and seasoning.
- Place them in the air fryer basket and cook at 190 °C for 10 minutes.
- Add the eggs, gently stir, and cook for another 4–5 minutes.
Quick Chicken Nuggets Without Excess Fat
Ingredients:
- 500 g chicken (thighs or breast)
- 2 eggs
- 100 g breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes
- salt, pepper, paprika
Method:
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Coat in beaten egg, then in breadcrumbs.
- Place in the air fryer and cook at 200 °C for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway through.
💡 Tip: For an even cheaper version, use homemade breadcrumbs from stale bread.
Baked Rice with Vegetables
Ingredients:
- 250 g cooked rice
- 2 eggs
- 1 carrot (coarsely grated)
- 50 g frozen peas
- soy sauce to taste
Method:
- Mix the rice, eggs, carrot, and peas in a bowl.
- Season with a little soy sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to the air fryer basket and cook at 180 °C for 15 minutes.
Simple Baked Potato Patties
Ingredients:
- 500 g cooked potatoes (grated)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp flour
- salt, pepper
Method:
- Mix all ingredients into a dough.
- Form small patties and place them into the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 190 °C for 10–12 minutes until golden.
💡 Tip: Serve with plain yogurt, cottage cheese, or a simple garlic dip and fresh herbs.
Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Air Fryer
- Don’t overcrowd the baskets – hot air needs space to circulate.
- Thanks to the two zones of the Lauben air fryer, you can prepare a main dish and a side at the same time.
- Use leftovers from lunch (rice, potatoes, vegetables).
- Spices work wonders – even budget ingredients can taste restaurant-worthy with the right seasoning.
