Cooking sausages in an air fryer requires little to no oil and delivers a crispy exterior with a juicy centre, according to a recipe that has earned 40 five-star ratings online.
Unlike traditional frying or grilling, this air fryer method uses barely any effort and no additional oil. Sausages are naturally high in fat, but when cooked in an air fryer, much of the excess fat drains into the basket rather than pooling around the sausages.
Benefits of Air-Frying Sausages
GoodFood describes air-frying as the most energy-efficient method of cooking sausages, calling it the "easiest" and "fastest" way. The technique ensures a crispy exterior while retaining moisture in the centre to keep the sausages juicy.
Home cooks who have tried the method have left positive feedback. One comment read: "I have to say this is just the best and easiest way of cooking sausages. They were delicious." Another said: "This recipe gave me nicely browned sausages, and they were so juicy." A third commented: "This recipe always works for me, less fat splatter to clean up."
Simple Air Fryer Sausage Recipe
The recipe requires only six sausages of your choice. Chipolatas will take slightly less time, but any flavouring works, from standard to Cumberland.
Pierce the sausages several times across their surface with a sharp knife—this step is optional but helps release more fat. Place the sausages in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if needed.
Set the air fryer to 180°C and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, turning every five minutes, until thoroughly cooked. If using a meat thermometer, check that the internal temperature reaches 75°C at the centre. Serve with breakfast or mashed potatoes for a quick dinner.
