Salter EK2817 2L Compact Air Fryer – Hot Air Circulation
Salter EK2817 2L Compact Air Fryer – Hot Air Circulation, Removable Non-Stick Cooking Rack, Adjustable Temperature Up To 200°C, 30 Minute Timer, 1000W, Single Person, Small Household Air Fry Ove
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| Weight: | 2.98 kg |
| Dimensions: | 9.25 x 9.25 x 12.01 cm; 2.98 Kilograms |
| Brand: | Salter |
| Model: | EK2817 |
| Colour: | Black/Silver |
| Dimensions: | 9.25 x 9.25 x 12.01 cm; 2.98 Kilograms |
This was ordered, delivered and I was eating a roast dinner from it within24 hours! I am a total convert and haven’t used my oven or hob since it arrived. Best 30 odd pounds I’ve ever spent!
Very powerful so paper draw pretectors blow a little so push it right down but cooks perfectly and quickly. Just found the push button on the handle to open instead i was just pulling.
Bought this as a Christmas present for my mum.
Good clear usage instructions, and a decent size for 1 person. Could possible have a slightly larger drawer to be able to fit a meal in at the same.time but for an air fryer virgin i think it’s pretty dece
Had this for a few weeks now, but mostly just used it for chips (frozen, ex Tesco). Like all tools there’s a learning curve.
I have used it for pork chops – again, learning curve, but they came out pretty much as I wanted them.
Since this replaced a leaky deep fat fryer, I count it as a pretty good win! (there’s no way I’d have attempted to deep fry chops!)
This works well given the limitations of one ‘drawer’ – it’s ideal for smaller kitchens and those of us that aren’t really into cooking.
It’s easy to clean as well.
I have ‘dropped’ a star because as others have mentioned it has a very basic set of instructions and no recipes as such …you can download something but it would have been preferable if this had been included.
All in all though a good buy.
Only minus is the mechanical timer which once started can’t be stopped.
Of course opening the drawer shuts off the power but the timer keeps counting down .
Heat first for optimum use, only takes five mins, I’m yet to attempt cake making but day to day suppers etc it’s fantastic.
Great value for money, easy to clean.
The 2l is really only suitable for 1 person but it does do the job well accepting that constraint.
What a useful bit of kit. Sure it is a fryer par excellence, but think of it and use it like a mini fan oven and its versatility increases no end. Thoroughly recommended and great value.
Finally decided to join the air fryer revolution.
Picked this one as great brand.
Perfect size for 1 or 2 people.
Cooks things quickly and no burnt to crisp items yet. Would highly recommend!
I really love my air fryer I get lovely crispy chicken, chips and other things I cook. Even cupcakes well browned and frozen Yorkshire’s crisp and nice. Recommended to a friend who is also pleased with hers
Still have to wait for it to get to heat
Halve time to ensure you shake thoroughly before replacing and finishing off cooking
Not happy if on highest setting 200 180 slightly better but 160 downwards for preference
Can t actually clean blade for air circulation as behind heat ring
My likes are being able to cook foods without the smell particularly. Really good on sausages and chips.
Also the speed in cooking whilst you don’t have too watch.
My only couple of issues are the fixed ring on perforated tray stops you putting flat dish evenly on top.
A cookery book would be helpful
Bought this for my mum to use and try and lower her energy bills, had a slight issue with a bent plug but fixed this myself, but it does what it’s meant to and is simple to use fir a non tech perso
Only 2 of us here, and this is great. Wedges in it are my favourite. Lost a rubber peg off the rack. Amazon couldn’t help, but Salter solved the issue and sent replacement rack free of charge.
Bought this 2L one (EK2817) because it was small; with a footprint of about 8 inches x 8 inches and 10 inches tall. It has a round pull-out non-stick pan which is 6.5 inches in diameter and 3 inches deep. It is surprising what you can fit in there; a couple of chicken thighs alongside a couple of sausages with some chips.
It is rated at 1000 watts so just over 4amps: so it should use about 1KwH (a unit) in one hour; normal cooking time is about 15 minutes, so four meals should cost roughly one unit [for comparison: watching some TVs for six hours can also consume one unit]
When it arrives, follow the set up card – wipe it off, plug it in and turn it up and on for a few minutes to shed that new appliance smell.
The main instruction book is online but can be downloaded. Basically turn the thing up to temperature and turn the timer to three minutes. One led tells you it is switched on, the other goes out when it is up to the set temperature. When it is at temperature throw your food in, frozen food is no issue, set the timer for about half the cooking time. The led will go on and off as it maintains the temperature. When timer sounds its very loud ‘bing’ have a look, shake it, turn it over etc or add the stuff that needs to cook for a lesser time. It cooks anything; battered, breaded, vegetables, Yorkshire puddings, bread – just chuck it in. If you are going to add oil, very little is needed – one of those single spray things is ideal
Timer can be turned up but not down. Temperature you can adjust at any time. Unit switches off when timer stops or the pan is pulled out. Pan has a perforated removable shelf; oil and surplus juices drains through this into the bottom of the pan; you cannot tip your cooked food out without risking the oil following it onto your plate. A pair of tongs is really helpful. Case becomes warm to touch and warm/hot air comes out underneath so, if you want to warm your plates, leave them beside the base!
Cleaning is simple; a little detergent and some boiling water and leave it to soak. When the water is cool enough, pull out the shelf if you have used it and sponge/rinse/dry. Then rinse the pan itself out and you’re done. Non-stick coating is really good. Unit has a 3 year manufacturer’s warranty.
If you feel you need to line it, a 5.3 inch silicon liner fits well although any liner will stop any juices draining away, is awkward to get out when the pan is hot and is cleaned the same way as the pan. Anything you can put in an oven you can put in this; foil, parchment, cook-in bags etc.
Very, very impressed
Cleaning – hardly a problem as I have bought a packet of paper liners. Use 1 to line the bottom, one to put the food one, then a piece torn the right size to put on the top, to stop the food from burning (tuck in as you may find IT burning instead.
I live alone and this size is fine for me, and I see that a student could use it in the same way as I do. In terms of saving electricity I am bot heating the whole oven, or much of the kitchen, My perception is that cooking times are slightly less, and provided you are not cooking for too lonf – I have always used less than 1/2 hour , more 20 minutes at 180 degrees I am definitely saving money. Also It is easier to make 2 portions out of one prepared meal – then perhaps buy vegetables and mashed potato to heat in the micro wave and serve with. I hope you are convinced it’s not just a substitute fryer, but something you can use in lots of different ways – and this size is fine for single people or students…… and it is much easier to clean than an oven!!
It was delivered with the address label on the box, which is good for reducing packaging, but not good if you are buying as a gift. The box says to check out the website for recipes, which is handy as there is minimal instructions with the machine itself. Basically, chips. The recipes on the website are meat-based, so no good for vegetarians/ vegans. But there are more chips recipes.
It’s not too big (see photo) so doesn’t take up that much room on the counter. The settings on the unit are helpful, but I found confusing. Is this for frozen or fresh? I’ve ended up just experimenting. This really isn’t a fryer, so don’t expect real crispy chips. With frozen ones, I found the ones that are just potato and oil the best. They do come out real hot.
For cooking other things, I wish there was some sort of indication of what if any difference you need in heat/time adjustments. I heard that it is quicker, and food manufacturers don’t have air fryer times yet on their packaging. If my quiche says 15 mins @ 160c, do I need to adjust that? Again, I have been experimenting, but some sort of instructions on that would be helpful.
I like that it pre-heats in 5 minutes. That alone is probably saving lots of money over the oven! The timer knob tho..it’s not adjustable. So if you turn it for too long a time, set an alarm on your phone for the right time.
It’s best not to put too much in as you have to shake the basket occasionally to ensure even cooking. I found the less I put in the better it cooks.
I’ve tried looking for more recipes online, but most of them are from the US or not suitable for vegetarians. I’ve had mine for a month and I’ve only used it for chips (fresh & frozen) and reheating things like pies, pasties & quiches. It does the job well, and hopefully will help keep the electric bill down!