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3 simple steps to airfry French fries in an Invoq Combi oven
Learn how to make French fries in an Invoq Combi oven for a healthier, crispy alternative. Enjoy reduced oil cooking and perfect results every time!
10 June 2024
The combi oven has many excellent features to boost kitchen efficiency, and one of them is the ever-popular airfry function. Here we are going to guide you through how to make French fries healthier by using the airfry feature in a combi oven.
Why choose airfrying in a combi oven?
Traditional French fries are typically cooked in fat fryers, delivering that quintessential crunch and flavour. However, for those seeking a healthier option or contending with space constraints or ventilation issues in the kitchen, the commercial combi oven presents an appealing solution. By utilizing air frying, you can achieve the same crispy texture with up to 70% less oil, reducing both fat content and overall cost.
Cost saving & healthier alternative
Airfry in Invoq Combi oven
Airfrying in a combi oven uses 70% less oil compared to fryers, saving 24 litres daily and €40 in cost.
HOUNÖ Invoq Combi oven with 7-tray capacity boosts up the airfry efficiency
The Invoq Combi 6-1/1 GN oven, with its impressive 7-tray capacity, can effortlessly handle 7 kilos of French fries in just 12 minutes — a feat that not only saves time but also promotes efficiency and safety in a commercial kitchen setting.
How to choose the right potato?
The key to perfect French fries lies not only in the cooking method but also in selecting the right potato. Our favourite pick is the 15 mm Café Gigant from Flensted, renowned for its exceptional quality and flavour.
These Danish-produced potatoes, sourced from farms within a 30-kilometer radius of the factory, boast a natural peel that adds to their structural integrity while providing essential nutrients like fibre and vitamin C. Prepped in rapeseed oil, these fries require minimal to no additional oil when air frying, further enhancing their health benefits.
Recommended cooking steps in Invoq for French fries healthier, yet crispy and tasty as usual
Step 1: Preheat your Invoq Combi oven
Set the oven to 200⁰C and preheat for 2 minutes. This initial step ensures that the oven is at the perfect temperature for cooking your fries efficiently.
Step 2: Use Invoq’s CombiSense technology
Adjust the temperature to 180⁰C, set humidity to 10%, and fan speed to 100%. Cook the fries for 4 minutes. The CombiSense technology ensures even cooking and optimal texture.
Step 3: Stir and continue cooking
Stir the fries halfway through cooking to ensure they cook evenly. Then, increase the temperature to 200⁰C, maintain 100% fan speed, and open the exhaust. Cook for an additional 8 minutes until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
Tips for perfect results
Start with frozen French fries for the best result. Place them in a single layer in the steamfry wire baskets. Season with salt after cooking to prevent moisture loss and ensure maximum crispiness.
Experiment with different potato varieties and seasonings to customize your French fry experience.
Crispy fries, healthier with less oil?
Invoq Combi oven can make that happen
With the HOUNÖ Invoq Combi oven and the right techniques, achieving perfectly crispy French fries has never been easier – or healthier. By air frying instead of deep-frying, you can enjoy all the deliciousness of this beloved snack with significantly reduced oil content and greater control over your ingredients. So, whether you’re catering to a crowd, quick service orders or á la carte servings, embrace the versatility of the combi oven and elevate your French fry game to new heights.
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