Air-Frying Quorn Roast: A Healthy, Quick Option?

Yes, you can cook Quorn roast in an air fryer. Many people have tried cooking Quorn roast in an air fryer and have been satisfied with the results. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of your air fryer, but on average, it takes about 30-40 minutes to cook a Quorn roast in an air fryer. Some people recommend keeping the plastic on and piercing a few holes in it, while others suggest removing the plastic and cooking the roast in tin foil. You can serve your Quorn roast with roast potatoes, sweet potatoes, or mash.

Cooking Quorn Roast in an Air Fryer

Cooking time and temperature

Yes, you can cook Quorn roast in an air fryer. The cooking time and temperature will depend on the model of your air fryer and the ingredients you are cooking alongside the Quorn roast.

For example, if you are making a Quorn Beef Roast with air fryer roast potatoes, carrots, and parsnips, you should set your air fryer to 190°C and cook for around 20 minutes. If you are only making roast potatoes, you can cook them for an initial 20 minutes at 160°C, and then turn the temperature up to 200°C for a further 20 minutes.

If you are cooking a Quorn roast with sweet potato, you can cook it at 180°C for 40 minutes or until piping hot throughout. However, some people have reported cooking it for 30 minutes and achieving good results.

It is important to note that the cooking time may need to increase or decrease based on the size of your air fryer, so adjust as needed. Additionally, when cooking vegetables, it is recommended to give the air fryer drawer a shake halfway through to ensure even cooking.

How to prepare the Quorn roast

Yes, you can cook Quorn roast in an air fryer. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to prepare a Quorn roast:

Before you begin, ensure that you have thawed the Quorn roast overnight in the refrigerator.

Step 1: Prepare the Quorn Roast

• Remove the box and plastic tray from the Quorn roast.
• Pierce the film around the roast several times with a sharp knife, ensuring the film is fully pierced.
• You can also remove the film and wrap the roast in aluminium foil, which some users have found to help retain moisture.
• If you choose to remove the film, you can rub the roast with Italian spices and olive oil before wrapping it in foil.
• Alternatively, you can add chopped carrots, onions, and celery, along with olive oil and turkey seasoning, and place the roast in a turkey oven bag before wrapping it in foil.

Step 2: Cook the Quorn Roast

• Preheat your air fryer to 180°C.
• Place the prepared Quorn roast in the air fryer.
• Cook for 30 to 40 minutes, or until piping hot throughout.
• The cooking time may vary based on the size of your air fryer, so adjust as needed.

Step 3: Rest and Serve

• Once cooked, carefully remove the Quorn roast from the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes.
• Remove any remaining outer film and metal end clips, if applicable.
• Slice the Quorn roast and serve it with your choice of sides and gravy.

You can also use any leftover Quorn roast in creative ways, such as in a veggie turkey and brie sandwich or a bubble and squeak pie. Enjoy your delicious and easy Quorn roast prepared in your air fryer!

How to cook vegetables in the air fryer

Yes, you can cook Quorn roast in an air fryer. It is best to pierce the film around the Quorn roast and cook it at 180°C for 40 minutes or until piping hot throughout. You can also cook it in tin foil after removing the film, with a "smidgen of oil" to keep it moist.

Now, for cooking vegetables in an air fryer, the first step is to select your choice of vegetables. You can choose from a variety of colourful veggies, such as zucchini, squash, mushrooms, cauliflower, asparagus, red pepper, and carrots. It is recommended to avoid tough root vegetables like beets or sweet potatoes as they require a longer cook time.

Next, prep your veggies by chopping them into uniform pieces, about 1-inch in size. You can optionally drizzle them with extra-virgin olive oil, which will help them brown and develop a roasted flavour. Season your veggies with salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added flavour.

Arrange the vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket, as this will cause the vegetables to steam instead of browning. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches. Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C) or 375°F (190°C) and cook the vegetables for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender and browned. Shake or toss the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking.

Finally, season your air-fried veggies to taste and serve. They pair well with almost any meal and are a quick, easy, and healthy side dish. You can also top them with freshly grated Parmesan cheese or vegan Parmesan.

How to make gravy

Yes, you can cook a Quorn roast in an air fryer. It is recommended that you pierce the film around the Quorn roast, but do not remove it. You can also season the Quorn with herbs and spices to enhance its flavour and texture. Place the Quorn roast in the air fryer at 180°C for around 40 minutes, or until piping hot throughout.

To make gravy to accompany your Quorn roast, you can use the juices released by the Quorn during cooking. Here is a simple method:

Firstly, place a saucepan on a medium heat and add butter and a teaspoon of oil. Then, add your sliced onions and cook for around 5-10 minutes until they are soft and caramelised. You can also add a splash of port at this stage if you wish, cooking for another 5 minutes to cook off the alcohol. Next, add a tablespoon of flour and stir, cooking for a further minute.

Now, you can add your liquid. For a vegetarian gravy, use vegetable stock. You can also add a bay leaf, redcurrant jelly, and marmite for extra flavour. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy has thickened.

If you prefer a thicker gravy, you can mix a tablespoon of cornflour with a little cold water, then add this mixture to your gravy, stirring continuously until it thickens.

Finally, serve your Quorn roast with a generous pouring of gravy and your choice of vegetables. Enjoy!

What to do with leftovers

You can cook a Quorn roast in an air fryer, and it's a great way to ensure your roast doesn't dry out. Now, what to do with the leftovers?

First things first, make sure you cool and store your leftovers properly. Quorn roasts should be cooled, covered, and refrigerated as soon as possible, and consumed within 24 hours.

Now, for some tasty leftover ideas:

• Bubble and squeak pie.
• Veggie turkey and brie sandwich.
• Veggie beef roast sandwich with gravy and crispy roast potatoes on the side.
• Quorn fried rice—a great way to use up leftover Quorn and veggies.
• Quorn tacos—use leftover Quorn mince to fill soft tortillas, add your favourite Mexican flavours, and top with jalapenos, cheese, and Quorn crispy nuggets.

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