Use parchment paper in the bottom of the air fryer basket if desired to make cleanup easier.
Air fryer turkey necks. While they may not be as popular as turkey breasts or thighs, they are incredibly versatile and can be transformed into a succulent and delicious dish using an air fryer. Add the turkey necks back into the instant pot. The rest of the simple ingredients in this delicious recipe parallel my turkey drumstick recipe, but we’ve cut back on the oil.
Then open the air fryer basket, flip the turkey legs and lightly spray with cooking oil. Add chopped celery stalks, carrots, onion quarters, bay leave, seasonings, and pour in beef broth. Preheating your air fryer is crucial for ensuring even cooking and achieving that perfect crispy skin.
Web pat the legs dry with a paper towel. Then, you will place the browned necks in a cast iron skillet with some fresh carrots and onions and bake them for about one and a half hours. Web place the turkey wings in a large bowl, add all the spices and the oil.
Make sure to coat them well. Unlike traditional methods, air frying uses hot air circulation to cook food evenly and efficiently. Take the turkey necks out and scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
After an hour, the necks should be fully boiled, fall off the bone tender. Then, place turkey legs in the air fryer basket. Place the turkey necks in the air fryer basket, spacing them out evenly to ensure even cooking.
My tummy doesn’t like it and neither does my cholesterol levels. The turkey comes out juicy and delicious for your next big dinner or thanksgiving dinner. Remember to remove any giblets or neck from the turkey cavity before cooking.