Air Fryer Chorizo
Ready in about 15 minutes.
Updated 7 September 2026
Spanish chorizo releases its smoky paprika oil and crisps at the edges in the air fryer, perfect for tapas or tossing through rice. The high heat renders the fat and intensifies that deep red flavour.
Ingredients
- 400 g cooking chorizo, sliced
- 1 tbsp red wine or sherry (optional)
- 1 garlic clove, sliced (optional)
- Chopped parsley, to garnish
- Lemon wedges, to serve
- Crusty bread, to serve
Method
- 1Slice the chorizo into 1 cm rounds.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 190°C/375°F.
- 3Spread the slices in a single layer.
- 4Cook 8-11 minutes, tossing halfway, until crisp and rendered.
- 5Check the centre reaches 71°C/160°F if using raw cooking chorizo.
- 6Splash with wine, scatter parsley and serve with bread to mop the oil.
Tips for the best results
- Save the smoky rendered oil to drizzle over eggs or potatoes.
- Cured chorizo only needs a few minutes just to warm and crisp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer chorizo?+
Cook at 190°C / 375°F for 8-11 min, toss halfway.
Cooking chorizo or cured chorizo?+
Fresh cooking chorizo must reach 71°C; firm cured chorizo is ready to eat and only needs warming.