Trader Joe's Burrito In The Air Fryer

Making Trader Joe's burrito in the air fryer is so quick and easy, as you will end up with a nice crisp on the outside and a perfectly cooked burrito on the inside. Air fryer Trader Joe's burrito is an ideal weeknight lunch or dinner solution the whole family will love when paired up with air fryer frozen French Fries or chicken wings and some dips.

Cooking your Trader Joe's burrito in the air fryer perfectly will need some simple tricks that you need to follow in order to get the best results that you are seeking, so stay tuned as we will be seen them later in the article.

Can you cook Trader Joe's burrito in the air fryer?

Yes, Trader Joe's burrito can be cooked in the air fryer as it's the fastest and practical way to cook it as it will yield the best result possible.

You might be thinking of cooking your Trader Joe's burrito in the oven for whatever reason, but let me tell you that it's not the best way to do that as you will be losing time and effort in the cleaning later.

Plus cooking this Trader Joe's burrito in an air fryer will take almost the same time as waiting for your oven to be preheated, which is not practical when you are in rush.

Why Trader Joe's burrito in the air fryer is good?

Using the air fryer to cook your Trader Joe's burrito will guarantee you the best crispiness on the outside while having an evenly cooked burrito on the inside which you can't really get in the oven.

I'm not saying that using the oven is bad to cook your Trader Joe's burrito, it just the air fryer is way better when comes to texture and evenly cooked food and that's thanks to its mechanism which relies on circulating hot air inside of its basket.

However, cooking your Trader Joe's burrito in the oven is a second option to go for if you don't own an air fryer, keep in mind tho that it will take much more cooking time than the air fryer.

How Do I Cook Frozen Burrito In An Air Fryer?

1. Start by preheating your air fryer to 400 degrees F.
2. Take out your Trader Joe's burrito out of the packaging and place it in the air fryer basket.
3. Air fry your burrito for around 6-8 minutes.
4. Take the air fryer basket out and flip the burrito then air fry it for another 5-7 minutes.
5. Serve your Trader Joe's burrito with dipping sauce and french fries.

Tips and Tricks

• If you are cooking more than one Trader Joe's burrito, make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket and leave some space between the burritos in order for the air to circulate properly they crisp up.
• If your air fryer basket is small then consider cooking your Trader Joe's burritos in batches.
• No need to use any oil spray in this recipe, the air fryer by itself should do the job of crisping the outside of your Trader Joe's burrito
• Halfway through cooking your Trader Joe's burrito make sure to gently flip it, make sure to use tongs as they will hot.
• Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model, which means the cooking time can vary slightly, so what I recommend is starting with less cook time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.

How many burritos can I place in the air fryer?

The number of the Trader Joe's burritos that you can place in the air fryer basket depends on its size, though you should keep in mind that you should not overcrowd leaving a space between each burrito and another.

Overcrowding your air fryer basket with Trader Joe's burritos may lead to serious cooking problems, as your burrito may not cook evenly or won't reach the level of crispiness that you seeking, that's the result of your burritos so close to each other and not leaving any space for the hot to circulate around them in order to cook them.

Except cooking fries in the air fryer you should never overcrowd the air fryer basket and remember always place your food in a single layer.

Can I make Trader Joe's burrito ahead of time in the air fryer?

No, you should never make Trader Joe's burrito in advance either with the use of the air fryer or the oven, as they will get soggy over time.

However, if you have some Trader Joe's burrito leftovers that you want to store for later use you can keep them in the fridge like shown below:

1. Make sure your Trader Joe's burrito leftover has cooled to room temperature before going any further.
2. Place your burrito leftover in an air-tight container then into the fridge.
3. Properly stored, your burrito leftover can last for up to 2-3 days in the fridge.

Note: I recommend consuming your Trader Joe's burrito leftovers as soon as possible for the best taste and texture.

How long to cook Trader Joe's burrito In an air fryer?

Cooking your Trader Joe's burrito can take between 12 to 15 minutes to be cooked in the air fryer at a temperature of 400 degrees F. Though, cooking time may change as it depends on the air fryer brand and the size of the burrito this means you will need a little less/ more time.

How To Make Trader Joe's burrito Crispy?

• Make sure you are not overcrowding the air fryer basket when cooking Trader Joe's burrito, so the hot air can circulate properly and crisp them.
• Make sure to turn your Trader Joe's burrito halfway through cooking it.
• Cook your Trader Joe's burrito for a few minutes more if they don’t crisp up enough in the recommended time.

What are the best toppings for Trader Joe's burrito?

• Salsa
• Boom Boom Sauce
• Sour Cream
• Bloves Sauce
• Guacamole
• Yum Yum Sauce
• Enchilada Sauce
• Masago Sauce
• Black Olives
• Tartar Sauce

What to serve with Trader Joe's burrito?

• Cilantro Lime Rice
• Jicama Slaw
• Corn Salad
• Refried Beans
• Trader Joe’s Fried Rice
• Chips and Salsa
• Chips and Guacamole

Trader Joe's Burrito In The Air Fryer Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories 600
• Total Fat 20g
• Saturated Fat 8g
• Cholesterol 30mg
• Sodium 1070mg
• Potassium 935mg
• Total Carbohydrate 77g
• Dietary Fiber 12g
• Sugars 4g
• Protein 26g
• Vitamin A 13%
• Vitamin C 2%
• Calcium 30%
• Iron 40%

Trader Joe's Burrito In The Air Fryer

Author: Emily Hill Cooking Method:Air Fryer Cuisine:American Courses:Main

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: minutesCook time: 15 minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 15 minutesServings:2-4 servingsCalories:600 kcal Best Season:Available

Ingredients

• 2 - 4 Trader Joe's burrito

Instructions

1. Start by preheating your air fryer to 400 degrees F.
   
2. Take out your Trader Joe's burrito out of the packaging and place it in the air fryer basket.
   
3. Air fry your burrito for around 6-8 minutes.
   
4. Take the air fryer basket out and flip the burrito then air fry it for another 5-7 minutes.
   
5. Serve your Trader Joe's burrito with dipping sauce and french fries.

Notes

• If you are cooking more than one Trader Joe's burrito, make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket and leave some space between the burritos in order for the air to circulate properly they crisp up.
• If your air fryer basket is small then consider cooking your Trader Joe's burritos in batches.
• No need to use any oil spray in this recipe, the air fryer by itself should do the job of crisping the outside of your Trader Joe's burrito
• Halfway through cooking your Trader Joe's burrito make sure to gently flip it, make sure to use tongs as they will hot.
• Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model, which means the cooking time can vary slightly, so what I recommend is starting with less cook time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.

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