PowerXL VORTEX Air Fryer Pro Plus User Guide
NOTE: Dehydration times may vary depending on specific food type; for example, the fruit size and degree of ripeness will affect the amount of time required for dehydration to occur. For all recipes, more time may be needed to complete the dehydration process or you may want to add additional time for a crunchier result.
TIP: Rotate the Air Flow Racks mid-cycle for even cooking.
IMPORTANT: Unpack all parts from the box and remove any clear or blue protective film on the components. Wash with warm, soapy water before first use (only select accessories are dishwasher safe).
CANDIED BACON
serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb. thick bacon
- ¼ cup dark brown sugar
- ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp. maple syrup
Directions
- Lay the bacon strips onto the Air Flow Racks and trim as needed.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and cayenne pepper over the bacon and rub into the meat.
- Brush the bacon with the maple syrup. Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Shrimp Button (320° F/160° C for 12 mins.) to begin the cooking cycle.
- When the cooking cycle is complete, flip the bacon.
- Press the Power Button and then the Shrimp Button (320° F/160° C for 12 mins.) to begin the cooking cycle again.
- Serve on a Charcuturie board.
KALE CHIPS
serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 bunches kale
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
- ½ tsp. granulated garlic
Directions
- Remove the stems from the kale and break the kale into pieces.
- Toss the kale with the olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic in a bowl.
- Lay the kale onto the Air Flow Racks.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button (2-hr. cooking time) and increase the cooking temperature to 130° F/55° C. Remove the kale when it becomes crispy (about 15–20 mins.).
VEGGIE CHIPS
serves 2
Ingredients
- 3 large parsnips, peeled & sliced very thin
- 3 medium-sized beets, peeled & sliced very thin
- 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled & sliced very thin
Directions
- Layer the sliced parsnips, beets, and sweet potatoes onto the Air Flow Racks. Do not overlap the vegetables.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 115° F/45° C and the cooking time to 10 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle. Additional time may be added for crispier chips.
DRIED HERBS
makes about ¹/³ cup
Ingredients
2 (0.75 oz.) packages fresh herbs
(parsley, rosemary, thyme, tarragon,
oregano, and sage work well)
Directions
- Spread the fresh herbs onto the Air Flow Racks.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 125° F/50° C to begin the cooking cycle. Depending on the herbs being cooked, adjust the cooking time:
- Parsley: Decrease the cooking time to 1 hr. 30 mins.
- Rosemary: Decrease the cooking time to 2 hrs.
- Thyme: Decrease the cooking time to 3 hrs.
- Tarragon: Decrease the cooking time to 3 hrs.
- Oregano: Decrease the cooking time to 2 hrs.
- Sage: Decrease the cooking time to 3 hrs.
BEEF JERKY
serves 8
Ingredients
Marinade:
- 4 tbsp. sweet soy sauce
- 5 tbsp. ketchup
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. garlic powder dash of sriracha
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2 lb. top round, sliced thinly
Directions
- Combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add the top round to the bowl.
- Marinate the top round in the refrigerator for at least 1 hr. (preferably overnight).
- Remove the meat from the marinade and pat it dry. Lay the meat onto the Air Flow Racks.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 160° F/70° C and the cooking time to 6 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle.
ITALIAN CROUTONS
serves 10
Ingredients
- 1 loaf crusty Italian bread, cut into ½ inch cubes
- ¹/³ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp. dried oregano
Directions
- 1. Toss all the ingredients together in a bowl.
- 2. Spread the bread cubes onto the Air Flow Racks.
- 3. Place the Racks in the Unit.
- Press the Power Button and decrease the cooking temperature to 350° F/175° C and the cooking time to 8 mins. to begin the cooking cycle.
SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
serves 6
Ingredients
3 lb. plum tomatoes, halved
Directions
- Place the tomato halves, skin side down, onto the Air Flow Racks.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 145°F/63° C and the cooking time to 10 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle.
CRISPY GREEN BEANS
serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb. green beans, trimmed and halved
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. ground black pepper
Directions
- Toss all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Lay the green beans in a single layer onto the Air Flow Racks.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 125° F/50° C and the cooking time to 6 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle.
ALMOND GRANOLA
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups sliced almonds
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¾ cup flaked coconut
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds,
- shells removed
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. grape seed oil
- ¹/³ cup honey
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
Directions
- Combine the almonds, oats, coconut, sunflower seeds, and salt in a bowl and mix them together.
- Add the grape seed oil and honey to the bowl. Toss to combine.
- Line the Air Flow Racks with parchment paper and spread the granola evenly over the parchment.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button, decrease the cooking temperature to 220° F/105° C, and increase the cooking time to 40 mins. to begin the cooking cycle.
- After the cooking cycle is complete, add the cherries to the granola and toss to combine.
- Let the granola cool before serving.
DRIED MANGO SLICES
serves 4
Ingredients
3 fresh mangos, peeled and sliced
Directions
- Layer the mango slices in a single layer onto the Air Flow Racks.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 125° F/50° C and the cooking time to 10 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle.
CHEWY KIWI SLICES
makes about ¹/³ cup
Ingredients
6 kiwis, peeled and sliced into ¼ inch rounds
Directions
- Lay the kiwi rounds in a single
layer onto the Air Flow Racks. - Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 125° F/50° C and the cooking time to 6 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle
DRIED ORANGE SLICES
serves 10
Ingredients
4 medium oranges, sliced
Directions
- Lay the orange slices in a single layer onto the Air Flow Racks.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 125° F/50° C and the cooking time to 10 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle
STRAWBERRY ROLL-UPS
serves 20
Ingredients
- vegetable oil, for spraying
- 2 lb. strawberries,
- cored & chopped
- 4 tbsp. sugar
- juice of 1 lemon
Directions
- Line the Air Flow Racks with parchment paper and spray the Racks with vegetable oil.
- Combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until a smooth purée forms.
- Divide the purée evenly between the Racks, spreading the purée into a thin layer over the parchment paper.
- Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 170° F/75° C and the cooking time to 10 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle.
- Once the cooking cycle has finished, remove the Racks.
- Cut the parchment paper into 2 in.-thick strips using scissors, roll up the strips, and tie them with twine.
STRAWBERRY SLICES
serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb. strawberries,
- sliced thin, stems removed
Directions
- Lay the strawberries onto the
Air Flow Racks in a single layer. - Place the Racks in the Unit. Press the Power Button and then the Dehydrator Button and increase the cooking temperature to 125° F/50° C and the cooking time to 8 hrs. to begin the cooking cycle. The strawberries may be cooked for up to 12 hrs. to increase crispiness.
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