4 Quick and Easy Air Fryer Recipes

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Here are four super easy, beginner-friendly air fryer recipes using basic ingredients and simple steps. Each serves about 2 people; double if needed.

Here are four easy air fryer recipes, written in a simple, friendly way you can use on a blog for beginners.

Table Of Contents

Veggie Cheese Baked Eggs
Salt–Scallion Pork Steak
“Secret Method” Baked Sweet Potatoes
Beef & Cheese Scallion Pancake Wraps
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Veggie Cheese Baked Eggs

This is a simple, cozy breakfast you can make in one dish. It is great when you want eggs, veggies, and cheese all together.

Cook Time: About 20 minutes

Ingredients

Nonstick spray or a little oil
4–5 large eggs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup chopped mixed vegetables
- You can use bell peppers, spinach, onions, or any veggies you like
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat your oven or air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
Lightly spray or grease a small baking dish.
Crack the eggs into the dish. You do not need to beat them.
Sprinkle a little salt and black pepper on top.
Add the chopped vegetables over the eggs.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over everything.
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let it cool for a minute, then serve warm.

Salt–Scallion Pork Steak

These pork steaks are juicy inside and a little crispy outside, with a tasty green onion and garlic sauce on top.

Cook Time: About 32 minutes
Extra Time: About 30 minutes to marinate

Ingredients

For the Pork & Marinade

2 pork shoulder steaks (or pork chops)
2 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp scallion ginger water (see note below)
1 large egg
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Scallion Sauce

2–3 scallions (green onions), finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp sesame seeds
Pinch of salt

For Cooking

Cooking oil spray

Instructions

Marinate the Pork
- Gently pound the pork steaks with the back of a knife or a meat mallet to make them more tender.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, scallion ginger water, egg, cornstarch, and black pepper.
- Add the pork steaks and coat them well.
- Let them sit and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Scallion Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix the chopped scallions, minced garlic, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt.
- Set the sauce aside.
Cook the Pork
- Preheat your oven or air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
- Place the marinated pork steaks on a rack or tray.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
Flip the steaks, spray the top lightly with cooking oil, and raise the heat to 400°F (200°C). Bake for another 10 minutes.
Finish with Sauce
- Take the pork steaks out and spread the scallion sauce evenly on top.
- Put them back in the oven or air fryer and bake for about 2 more minutes.
Serve hot. The pork should be crispy on the outside, tender and juicy inside, and full of flavor from the sauce.

Note – How to Make Scallion Ginger Water:
Smash a few pieces of scallion and a slice of ginger with the side of a knife. Put them in 2–3 tablespoons of warm water and let them sit for about 10 minutes. Strain and use the flavored water.

“Secret Method” Baked Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes have a crispy outside and a soft, creamy inside. The quick water bath is the fun “secret” step.

Cook Time: About 40 minutes
Extra Time: About 2 minutes soaking

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes
A bowl of cold water (for soaking)

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer (or oven) to 350°F (180°C).
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes well. Cut them into large, even chunks.
Place the chunks in the air fryer basket and bake for 20 minutes.
Carefully take the hot sweet potato chunks out and put them straight into a bowl of cold water for exactly 2 minutes. This helps the skin get extra crispy.
Drain the sweet potatoes and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Put them back into the air fryer basket. Bake again at 350°F (180°C) for about 20 more minutes, until the outside is browned and the inside is soft and creamy.
Serve as a sweet snack or side dish.

Beef & Cheese Scallion Pancake Wraps

These are crispy rolls filled with juicy beef and melted cheese. They are fun to make and great for lunch or a snack.

Cook Time: About 20 minutes

Ingredients

For the Beef Filling

1/2 lb ground beef
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp light soy sauce
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder (optional, for a little spice)
1 tbsp scallion ginger water (see note in Recipe 2)
1 scallion, chopped
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp cooking oil

For the Wraps

2–3 frozen scallion pancake wraps (or “handmade flour tortillas”), thawed
2–3 slices cheese (American, cheddar, or mozzarella)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

Make the Filling
- In a bowl, add the ground beef, salt, soy sauce, white pepper, chili powder (if using), scallion ginger water, chopped scallion, cornstarch, and oil.
- Mix everything very well in one direction until it feels sticky and smooth.
Assemble the Wraps
- Lay one thawed scallion pancake wrap flat on a board.
- Spread a line of the beef mixture down the center.
- Place a slice of cheese on top of the beef.
Roll the wrap tightly around the filling and tuck in the ends so the cheese stays inside. You can cut the roll into smaller pieces if you want.
Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg so they bake up shiny and golden.
Bake in a preheated oven or air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for about 20 minutes, or until the outside is golden and crispy and the beef is cooked through.
Let them cool for a minute, then serve. The crispy wrap, savory beef, and melted cheese make a delicious bite every time.