Air Fryer Frozen Takoyaki

Ingredients

• 300 g frozen takoyaki (about 12-15 balls), straight from the freezer
• Japanese mayo, to drizzle (optional)
• Soy sauce or takoyaki sauce, to serve (optional)
• Oil spray

Steps

1. Take the takoyaki straight from frozen - thawing first turns the batter shell soft and mushy instead of crisp.
2. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for 3 minutes.
3. Spray the takoyaki lightly with oil and arrange in a single layer, leaving space between each ball so they crisp on all sides.
4. Air fry for 4 minutes, then shake the basket or turn each ball over.
5. Air fry a further 3-4 minutes (about 8 minutes total) until golden and crisp outside, with the centre piping hot - break one open to check if unsure.
6. Drizzle with Japanese mayo and soy sauce or takoyaki sauce, and serve immediately.

Tip: Takoyaki are round and roll around easily - shake the basket gently rather than flipping each one individually, or nudge them with tongs so they don't scorch on one side.

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Nutrition (per serving)

Estimated from standard ingredient data — actual values vary by brand and exact quantities used.