Seasoned drumsticks with crackling skin. The bone conducts heat to the interior while the skin crisps in the circulating air — perfectly cooked from both sides.
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🧂 Ingredients
- 8
- 2 tbsp
- 1 tsp
- 1 tsp
- 0.5 tsp
- 1 pinch
📝 Instructions
Step 1
Pat drumsticks dry. Coat with olive oil.
💡 Dry skin is essential for crispiness.
Step 2
Mix all spices. Rub evenly over drumsticks.
Step 3
Place in air fryer basket. Leave space between each piece.
Step 4
Cook at 190°C (375°F) for 12 minutes. Turn.
Step 5
Cook 10 more minutes at 200°C (400°F) until skin is crispy.
Step 6
Rest 3 minutes before eating.
🔬 The Science
Drumsticks are ideal for the air fryer because the bone acts as a heat conductor, cooking the meat from the inside out while the exterior crisps from the outside in. This dual-direction cooking reduces the risk of a dry exterior with raw interior that can happen with boneless cuts.
FAQ
❓ Skin not crispy?
Wasn't dried before oiling, or temperature was too low. The final high-heat phase at 200°C is what crisps the skin.
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