Air Fryer Chipolatas – Crispy Sausages in 15 Minutes

Name: Air Fryer Chipolatas – Crispy Sausages in 15 Minutes
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 pieces chipolatas (thin sausages); to taste Mustard (optional, for glaze); to taste Spices to taste (smoked paprika, herbs)

Chipolatas are thin, flavorful sausages cooked quickly in the air fryer for a crispy exterior and juicy interior. Perfect as an appetizer or in sandwiches.

Time: 15 min4 servingsDifficulty: Easy180°CPork

Steps

1
Remove chipolatas from the fridge 10 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature.
2
Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. No oil needed – they have enough natural fat.
3
Set the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) and cook for 10-12 minutes.
4
Halfway through (after 5-6 minutes), shake the basket or turn the sausages for even cooking.
5
For extra crispiness, increase temperature to 200°C (400°F) for the last 2 minutes.
6
Serve immediately with mustard or ketchup.

Shopping list

8 chipolatas, mustard (optional), spices to taste (smoked paprika, herbs)

Recipe story

Chipolatas are thin sausages originating from France, where they were prepared as early as the 19th century for elegant meals. The name derives from the Italian 'cipollata', a dish with onions. In British cuisine, they became popular as part of the traditional breakfast. Today, they are enjoyed worldwide for their versatility and delicate flavor.

Ingredient Secrets

Paprika

Paprika, a emblematic spice brought to Europe by Christopher Columbus from the New World. Although associated with Hungarian cuisine, its origins are in Central America, where it was used by the Aztecs.