The Steam Hack
Reheating food in an air fryer beats the microwave in every way — except one. Air fryers can dry things out. Pizza gets crispy on top but the crust turns into a cracker. Bread reheats but loses its softness inside.
The fix is a small ramekin of water placed in the corner of the basket. As the water heats, it creates a gentle steam that keeps the interior of your food moist while the circulating hot air still crisps the exterior. It's the best of both worlds — crispy outside, soft inside.
Pro tips
Use an oven-safe ramekin — not plastic, not thin glass.
2 tablespoons is enough. More water just takes longer to heat up.
This works great for reheating fried chicken — crispy coating, juicy inside.
For pizza specifically, this is life-changing. Try it once and you'll never microwave pizza again.
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