Xiaomi’s aerogril is not just a kitchen gadget, it’s a revolution in cooking for those who value time, health and taste. Compact but powerful, it combines the functions of a convection oven, fryer and even a smoker to allow cooking without extra oil and with minimal effort, but many owners use it only 20 percent of the possibilities, limited to defrosting or heating dishes.
In this article, we’ll look at 50+ recipes, from classic meat dishes to unexpected desserts that will turn your Mi Smart Air Fryer (or another Xiaomi model) into the main weapon in the kitchen, learn how to choose the right temperature and time for different products, what accessories will facilitate the process, and why sometimes dishes turn dry (and how to avoid it), and also unique data on the compatibility of recipes with specific models of Xiaomi aerogrils (including rare versions for the European market).
Technical features of aerogrills Xiaomi: what you need to know before cooking
Before we rush to the recipes, we'll get to the hardware. All Xiaomi aerogrills work on the principle of hot air with turbo convection, but their capabilities depend on the model:
- 🔹 Mi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L — basic mechanically controlled version, maximum temperature 200°C. Suitable for small portions.
- 🔹 Mi Air Fryer Pro 5.5L — Touch screen, 8 automatic programs, temperature up to 230°C. Perfect for family dinners.
- 🔹 Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer (EU version) – Modification for Europe with low voltage, but extended humidity settings.
The key is power. Xiaomi models range from 1500W to 1800W. The higher the power, the faster the camera heats up, but the more important it is to keep the cooking uniform. For example, in Mi Air Fryer Pro chicken legs are cooked 10% faster than in the base version, but require flipping 2-3 minutes earlier.
| Model | Volume (l) | Max. temperature (°C) | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L | 3.5 | 200 | Mechanical control, compact size |
| Mi Air Fryer Pro 5.5L | 5.5 | 230 | Touch screen, 8 programs, function "Dehydrate" |
| Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer (EU) | 4.0 | 220 | Adapted for European sockets, humidity control |
⚠️ Note: In mechanically controlled models (e.g. Mi Smart Air Fryer) 3.5L) temperature 200°C is actually only reached in the center of the chamber. It can be lower at the edges. 10-15°C. This is critical for baking -- dough can stay raw on the walls. Solution: Use a baking ring (sold separately) or reduce the portion on the baking ring. 20%.
Meat dishes: from juicy cutlets to crispy chicken peel
Meat is the ultimate test for aerogrills, and Xiaomi is doing its best, because turbo convection is actually going to drain fat into the pallet, and it's going to be even.
- 🍗 Chicken wings: Cook at 180°C 20 minutes, flipping in 10 minutes.For crispy skin add 1 tsp of cornstarch to marinade.
- 🥩 Beef steak: In aerogril it will turn out medium frying (medium) when 200°C during 12-15 minutes (for a piece thick) 2 Secret: pre-thaw the meat in the refrigerator 12 hours - so the fibers will retain the juice.
- 🌭 Homemade sausages: Turkey turkey tinfish + Form sausages on parchment, cook at 160°18 minutes, without parchment, they'll stick to the grille!
⚠️ Never use the oil in the meat spray in Xiaomi air grill – it ignites at temperatures above 190°C. Alternative: olive oil brush or special silicone spray (sold in baking departments).
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To cook meat evenly in Mi Air Fryer Pro, use Preheat, which reduces cooking time by 15-20% and prevents excess juice from being released.
Fish and seafood: how to avoid dryness and smell
Fish in aerogril cook in minutes, but the main problem is that it is easily dried. The solution is: pickle with acid (lemon juice, yogurt) or foil for delicate varieties (for example, cod).
Optimal settings for popular types:
- 🐟 Salmon: 170°C, 10-12 Before cooking, grease with honey and soy sauce, and you get a icing.
- 🦐 Shrimp: 190°C, 6-8 Pump in the sesame seeds for crunch.
- 🐙 Squid: 200°C, 5 minutes. Cook in a basket without oil, or they'll become rubber.
For seafood, Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer (EU) has a special Seafood mode that automatically lowers the temperature in the last 2 minutes.
How to remove the smell of fish from the air grill?
Vegetables and side dishes: from fries to grill-assorty
The vegetables in Xiaomi's aerogrilla are juicy inside and crispy outside -- if prepared properly. The rule is to cut the pieces in the same size (optimally 1.5-2 cm), otherwise some pieces will burn and others will remain raw.
Top.-3 side-dress:
- 🥔 French fries: Soak the sliced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes, then soak and squirt with starch. Cook at 190°C 15 minutes, shaking every 5 minutes.
- 🍆 Eggplants: Cut in mugs, salt and leave for 10 minutes (it will be bitter). Then rinse, dip in an egg and bread. Cook at 180.°12 minutes.
- 🌽 Corn: Half of corn with butter and salt - 200°C, 10 minutes. For a smoky taste, add 1 pinch of paprika.
In models with Dehydrate function (for example, Mi Air Fryer Pro) you can dry vegetables for chips: 120 ° C, 1.5-2 hours.
Cut the same size pieces
Dry with paper towel
Spray oil (no more than 1 tsp per serving)
Refrigerate after cooking (for crunch)
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Bakes and desserts: pies, cookies and even soufflé
Yes, you can bake in Xiaomi's aerogrill, but it's important to consider the limitations.
- 🍰 Cupcakes: Use silicone molds (they don't stick). Temperature — 160°C, time — 20-25 Check with a toothpick!
- 🍪 Cookies: The dough roll thinly (0.5 cm), cook with 170°C 8-10 For even baking, leave a gap. 1 cookie-to-bitter.
- 🍫 Chocolate fondue: In a baking bowl, melt the chocolate with cream at 100°5 minutes, then add the fruit.
⚠️ Attention: In Xiaomi air grills with a volume of less than 5 liters, baking rises unevenly due to limited space.Solution: bake small portions (for example, 4 cupcakes instead of 6) or use a separator for multi-level cooking (sold in the official Xiaomi store).
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For baking in aerogril, always reduce the temperature by 10-15°C compared to the oven. Turbo convection speeds up the process, and desserts can burn.
Unexpected recipes: from coffee to homemade cheese
Xiaomi's aerogrill is capable of more than it seems. Here are some unconventional ideas:
- ☕ Roasting coffee beans: evenly distribute the grains in the basket, cook with 220°C 10-15 It's gonna be a little bit more scented than a coffee maker!
- 🧀 Homemade cheese: Heat milk with citric acid at 90°So, 20 minutes, then strain through the gauze. In the aerogril, the process is 2 times faster than on the stove.
- 🍺 Drying malt for beer: For craft brewers: sprout barley dry when 60°C 4-5 for hours, then roast at 180°C 30 minute.
In Yogurt models (such as the Mi Air Fryer Pro), you can even make yogurt! Just heat the milk to 85°C, cool it to 40°C, add the starter and leave for 6-8 hours at 38°C.
Top.-5 Beginners’ mistakes and how to avoid them
Even with a smart device like Xiaomi's aerogrill, you can make mistakes.
- The optimal load is 60 percent or less, otherwise the air doesn't circulate, and the food is cooked by steam, not by hot.
- Ignoring preheating: In non-preheat models (e.g. Mi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L), turn on the aerogrill 3 minutes before groceries are booked.
- Opening the lid frequently: Every time you check a food, the temperature drops by 20-30°C, and cooking time increases by 10-15 percent.
- Improper cleaning. Don't use abrasive sponges, they scratch the nonstick coating. Optimal: warm water + soda.
- Storage in a wet place. This leads to corrosion of the heating element. Always dry the aerogrill after washing!
⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer starts making extraneous sounds (squeaking, knocking) when working, this may be a sign of fat hitting the fan. Immediately clean the blades with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol - otherwise the engine will burn out.