Why do so many people use aluminum foil for ovens (air fryers)?

There are several reasons why many people use aluminum foil in ovens (or air fryers):

 

1. Aluminum foil can prevent food from sticking to the baking tray and reduce cleaning work. Due to its anti sticking properties, aluminum foil can be placed on a baking tray to prevent food from sticking to it, thereby reducing the hassle of cleaning the tray.

 

Aluminum foil can help evenly cook food. Aluminum foil can reflect heat and help evenly heat food in the oven, ensuring that food is cooked more evenly.

 

Aluminum foil can prevent food from burning. For some easily burnt foods, such as grilled chicken wings or grilled vegetables, using aluminum foil can prevent them from overcooking. Aluminum foil can provide insulation and reduce direct contact of heat with food, thereby avoiding food burning.

 

Although there are some benefits to using aluminum foil in an oven, there are also some issues to be aware of. Firstly, aluminum foil should not come into contact with acidic foods such as lemon juice or tomato sauce, as aluminum can react with acid and may release harmful substances in food. Secondly, if the oven temperature is too high, the aluminum foil may burn or melt, so it is necessary to choose the appropriate temperature and cooking time according to the usage guide. Finally, when using aluminum foil, it is important to place it correctly to ensure that heat is evenly transferred to the food.