Cosori CP137-AF, the efficient and manageable Cosori compact

The concern of many people for healthy and natural food has brought air fryers to millions of homes, and if you are looking for a compact model that does its job well, created by the leading brand in the segment, the Cosori CP137-AF may be of interest to you.

La American brand Cosori is based in California. Founded in 2016, it is part of the VeSync group, which includes other well-known brands, such as Etekcity (smart scales) and Levoit (purifiers and vacuum cleaners).

The company has offices in America, Europe and Asia and stands out especially in 8 markets: United States (where it is the leader in air fryers), Canada, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy and Japan.

Cosori has a very interesting range of fryers, among which are the compact CAF-LI401S, the best seller CS158-AF and the wide CAF-P583S, in addition to the protagonist of this review, a model with a contained size but that shares many characteristics with its older sisters, as we detail below, in our in-depth analysis.

Cosori CP137-AF: our assessment

The Cosori CP137-AF has obtained a rating rating of 94 points out of 100. It is a compact air fryer, designed in black and with the unmistakable image of the North American brand, with good construction quality.

It is very easy to handle and offers a wide variety of preset programs, which will allow you to make a multitude of recipes with precision, turning you into a chef in the simplest way, cooking easily and with much less fat.

Box contents

Start up

Once the fryer is unpacked and freed from transport protection, we proceed to look for an appropriate place for its location, in a flat, stable and heat resistant area (usually on the countertop).

This is a compact model, since its dimensions are 33,9 x 27,3 x 31,1 centimeters, so it is easily located anywhere in your kitchen, where it will look great. It must also be taken into account that, as is usual in this type of device, free space must be left around it so that air can circulate and heat does not accumulate (as a guide, 10-15 centimeters).

Before using it for the first time, you must wash the bucket and basket, using water, soap and a soft sponge, so as not to damage the non-stick coating. The Cosori CP137-AF is free of PFOA. In addition, it has built-in shutdown protection, and the cool handle and button protection make handling more comfortable and safe.

Cosori CP137-AF Air Fryer Operation

The operation of an air fryer is based on convection ovens. A resistance heats the air, which is circulated 360º through the interior of the fryer, to cook food quickly and evenly.

Thanks to its 1.500 watts of power and its compact interior size, time and energy consumption are reduced, so Cooking with the Cosori CP137-AF saves money compared to a conventional oven.

Its 3,5 liter capacity makes this fryer ideal for 1-3 people; Thanks to its square-shaped basket, the interior is better used (compared to round-shaped ones). If you want or need a greater capacity, you can take a look at its sister, the super successful CS158-AF.

The lattice bucket and basket system allows air to circulate and the fats that are released to settle at the bottom.; The Cosori CP137-AF has a safety button to release the basket and thus handle it safely.

Air fryers are also sometimes called oil-free fryers because they allow cook without fat or with a minimum amount (85% less on average, depending on the brand), achieving lower calorie and healthier preparations.

Some foods can be cooked without any oil, while others are better off using a small amount., to achieve a better finish, juicy on the inside and golden and crispy on the outside.

For example, in fattier foods, such as salmon, hamburgers or chicken wings, we can make them without any oil, while For classic French fries, it will be better to spray or coat them with a small amount. (approximately a tablespoon) to obtain a crispy result, similar to traditional frying, but with much fewer calories.

To add the oil, several methods can be used.: a silicone brush, a spray bottle, or place the food in a bowl or freezer bag, and stir it with a tablespoon of oil, so that it is well coated; In this case, we can take the opportunity to add paprika, pepper, oregano, thyme, basil or other spices, to give a special touch to our preparations.

Handling the fryer

The Cosori CP137-AF is operated in a simple and intuitive way. Like her sisters, she has a attractive front touch panel, which gives us access to a wide variety of possibilities at a touch.

The panel has 11 preset functions, which allow us to cook the most common preparations in a simple way:

The pre-configured programs establish an appropriate time and temperature depending on the type of food, to achieve good results in a simple way; However, as everyone has their preferences, you can modify the time and/or temperature to adapt the result to your taste, achieving a more or less golden finish, more or less done, etc.

You can also cook directly in DIY mode (do it yourself), setting time and temperature manually:

There are countless recipes on the Internet for air fryers, and you can generally adapt any preparation for the oven., taking into account that since it is a more efficient device, you will have to partially reduce the time and/or temperature (as a guide, 25%). This model is not manageable through an app, if you want this functionality, you can take a look at its sister, the CAF-LI401S).

 Additionally, the Cosori CP137-AF includes two practical additional functions to have them on hand in a practical and simple way:

Additionally, the Cosori CP137-AF includes a shake reminder, emitting a sound to tell us to stir or turn the food in the middle of cooking, and thus achieve a more uniform result.

Maintenance

The maintenance of this device is very simple. It is advisable to clean it after each use, and before proceeding, you must let it cool completely; It may also be appropriate to unplug it.

Thanks to its non-stick coating, it is easy to wash, but in the event that there is some grease or food stuck to the bucket or basket, they can be soaked with a little water before proceeding.

To wash, you can use the dishwasher or do it by hand, with water, soap and a soft sponge. (some people prefer to do it this way, seeking greater durability). To clean the exterior, you can use a dry or slightly damp soft cloth or kitchen paper.

Advantages of the Cosori CP137-AF

Opinions on the Cosori CP137-AF

I am very happy with this fryer, every day I try new possibilities, now I have made fries, meatballs, cakes, biscuits, vegetables, chicken, etc., and everything comes out great and without using oil. It is very easy to use and clean. A good buy!

I was surprised at how easy this hot air fryer is to use. The touch screen is intuitive and the fryer also comes with a recipe book, which gave me lots of ideas to try.. Its capacity is ideal for a small family, at home we are two people and it is enough. Cooking without oil is a great advantage for your health and the result is surprising. I also like its design, elegant and modern. Put a Cosori in your life!

This fryer is worth every euro it costs, it is the reference brand in oil-free fryers. The basket is not excessively large, so if you want to cook for 3-4 people, the 5,5 liter one is better. I was surprised to see that since I got it, I barely use the pans. 100% recommendable.

I bought the fryer more than a month ago and I am super happy. Many advise that the bigger the better, but I am in favor of things in their right measure, and I usually cook for myself or at most for someone else, so this one is perfect for me. The handling is very simple, it is an appliance that has come to stay in our kitchens, making our lives easier and making the food healthier, as it contains almost no oil.. I chose this model because it has 11 pre-configured modes, which makes it even easier to use. I am happy with the purchase, I recommend it.

Why buy a Cosori CP137-AF

If you want to eat healthier and healthier, with up to 85% less fat, cooking quickly and easily, and you are looking for a compact and easy to handle device that does its job well, suitable for 1-3 people.

If you are looking for a device with a beautiful and elegant design, which will look great in any corner of your kitchen; if you want to have one wide variety of pre-programmed functions to get the exact point for each meal in a very simple way; And if, in addition, you prefer to opt for one of the models highly valued by its users, created by the leading brand in the segment, the Cosori CP137-AF may be the air fryer you were looking for.

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