It is officially “Chai-Pakoda” season. But health reports from the Indian Heart Association have flagged a rise in cholesterol levels during winter months, attributed largely to the increased consumption of deep-fried comfort foods. The combination of sedentary winter lifestyle and oily food is a recipe for health disasters. However, sales data from Amazon India shows a 200% spike in Air Fryer sales this month, proving that Indians are finally ready to ditch the oil, but not the taste.
Let’s be honest: boiled food is boring. We crave crunch. But the guilt of eating a plate of French Fries or Chicken Tikka is real. Can you actually get that “Halwai-style” crispiness without using a litre of expensive refined oil?
Yes, you can. The new 2025 models of air fryers are designed specifically for Indian cooking (larger baskets for Samosas and Tikkas). Here are the winners of the “Taste Test.”
1. Philips Air Fryer HD9200 (The Global Leader)
- Why it wins: Philips patented the “Rapid Air” technology. It cooks 40% faster than an oven and makes food that actually tastes fried, not baked.
- Perfect for: Aloo Tikkis, Samosas, and roasting peanuts.
- 👉 [Check Latest Price on Amazon]
2. Agaro Regency Air Fryer (12 Liters – Family Size)
- Why it wins: It’s not just a fryer; it’s a mini-oven. It comes with a rotisserie rod, meaning you can grill a whole chicken or make Paneer Tikka skewers just like a restaurant.
- Capacity: Huge. Enough for a family of 4-5.
- 👉 [Check Deal on Amazon]
3. Oil Sprayer Dispenser Bottle
- The Must-Have Accessory: You can’t pour oil into an air fryer. You need a fine mist. This ₹200 glass spray bottle ensures you use only 1 teaspoon of oil for an entire dish.
- 👉 [Check Price on Amazon]
This winter, don’t kill your cravings. Just change how you cook them. A good air fryer costs less than a year’s worth of refined oil—think about that!
