I always have them in my freezer for when I don’t have the wherewithal to make dinner.

(I saw the light!

Our second fridge is a lifesaver.

Trader Joe’s grocery bag on a red cart

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Most are from Trader Joe’s, a family-favorite grocer.

On the busiest days, I grabmy air fryerand one or two packages from the freezer.

Trader Joe’s / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham

1.

Trader Joe’s Chicken Tikka Samosas

Trader Joe’s / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham

My freezer is never without at least four boxes.

It’s fine if the samosas overlap.

The ideal temperature and cooking time is 375F for about 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

Trader Joe’s Breaded Fried Ravioli

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The instructions say to preheat the air fryer, but I don’t find it necessary.

Air fry them at 400F for about 12 minutes, flipping them once halfway through.

In a pita, lavash, or even a tortilla slicked withTJ’s garlic spreadand a handful of greens.

Trader Joe’s Kibbeh

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I can fit kibbeh from two boxes in my eight-inch bucket air fryer.

Air fry them at 350F for 18 minutes.

Any longer and I notice they get quite dry and crumbly.

Trader Joe’s Breaded Fish Sticks

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They’re tasty, but a little bland so we eat ours with kimchi or a mayo-Sriracha dip.

These fish sticks get soggy and stick to the sheet pan when baked in the oven.

I highly recommend the air fryer at 375F for 12 to 14 minutes, flipping them once halfway through.

Trader Joe’s mini chicken tacos

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I serve these with a side ofhomemadeorstore-boughtguacamole.

Air fry them at 375F for five minutes.

No need to flip them over or shake the basket halfway through.

Trader Joe’s Jamaican Style Beef Patties

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Microwave on high for one minute.

Trader Joe’s Kalua Pork Spring Rolls

8.

That’s how popular this TJ’s star product is.

Trader Joe’s Kalua Pork Spring Rolls

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It’s also one of the first to join theirofficial hall of fame.

The air fryer is hands down the best way to cook the chicken pieces.

Every single one will get crispy and golden brown.

Trader Joe’s Mandarin Orange Chicken

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Pour the entire bag into your air fryerit’s OK if the pieces overlap.

Air fry at 400F for 13 minutes, giving the basket a good shake halfway through.

TJ’s doesn’t provide instructions for how to air fry these tasty appetizers.

Trader Joe’s Pastry Pups

Trader Joe’s / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham

Air fry them at 375F for 15 minutes.

You don’t need to flip or shake the basket.

Trader Joe’s Mac and Cheese Bites

Trader Joe’s / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham