The popular ketogenic diet, aka the keto diet, is essentially a low-carb, high-fat diet. It gets its name from the metabolic state called ketosis, which is what the low-carb, low-sugar diet aims to put our body into. The idea behind it is that being in ketosis makes our body burn fat, lower blood sugar and insulin levels, and have a bunch of other health benefits.

People following the keto diet don’t eat grains or starches, fruit, beans or legumes, root vegetables, most sauces, unhealthy fats, alcohol, or most processed foods. Yep, it’s pretty restrictive.

Thankfully, having an air fryer can help anyone following the keto diet continue to make delicious, easy meals — many of them, such as fried chicken and fried pickles, don’t even seem keto! Here are 20 worth trying … we mean, frying.

Air Fryer Keto Meatballs

This air fryer keto meatball recipe from Taste of Home is simple and delicious — and it only takes about 10 minutes in the air fryer. Throw these babies over some zucchini noodles and call it a night.

Air Fryer Crispy Buffalo Chicken Hot Wings

Just because we’re keto doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy game night! Try out these air fryer crispy Buffalo chicken hot wings by Stay Snatched. They’ll add a spicy kick that’ll make us forget they’re keto.

Air Fryer Keto Fried Pickles

Deep-fried and smothered in breadcrumbs, traditional fried pickles are most definitely not keto-friendly. However, this air fryer fried pickle recipe from Low Carb Yum is a tasty keto-friendly replacement! Instead of breadcrumbs, the recipe calls for crushed pork rinds.

Air Fryer Keto Orange Chicken

Missing Chinese take-out while on the keto diet? Don’t worry, this keto air fryer orange chicken recipe by Low Carbing Asian is here to save the day. Serve it with some steamed veggies on the side for a healthier Chinese take-out night.

Air Fryer Keto Salmon

Not everything in the air fryer has to resemble bar food. Try out this keto air fryer salmon recipe from Ketofocus. Thanks to the air fryer, the skin of the salmon ends up light and crisp to perfection.

Air Fryer Keto Jalapeño Poppers

Need a filling and yummy snack in a pinch? Try out this air fryer keto jalapeño popper recipe from Kind Keto Mama. They’re stuffed with shredded cheese and cooked bacon bits — no deep frying or breadcrumbs required.

Air Fryer Keto Zucchini Chips

These air fryer keto zucchini chips from Carb Manager are so easy to make, we won’t miss our potato chips. Try out different seasonings with these babies, such as garlic powder, paprika, or maybe even grated lemon zest.

Air Fryer Keto Zucchini Tots

Who doesn’t love tater tots? Crispy on the outside but soft on the inside, these babies are delish. But tater tots are not keto-friendly. Replicate their deliciousness with this air fryer keto zucchini tot recipe by Stem and Spoon. They’re gluten-free too!

Air Fryer Keto Spicy Coconut Shrimp

Transport the family to a tropical paradise with this air fryer keto spicy coconut shrimp recipe from A Girl Called Adri. The recipe calls for coconut milk, coconut flour, and coconut flakes. So yes, it’s pretty coconut-y.

Air Fryer Keto Avocado Fries

Avocados are famous for their good fats, so these air fryer keto avocado fries are worth a shot. Follow the recipe by How to This and That, which seasons them with paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and cayenne.

Air Fryer Keto Chicken Nuggets

Most chicken nuggets are either really deep-fried or really processed. Either way, this Butter Together Kitchen recipe for air fryer keto chicken nuggets doesn’t use any unhealthy oils, but the nuggets are still incredibly crispy.

Air Fryer Keto Crispy Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Red onions and Brussels sprouts merge with balsamic vinegar in this air fryer keto crispy balsamic Brussels sprouts recipe from Stay Snatched to create an all-star veggie side dish! It’s so perfect and easy to make, taking only 20 minutes total.

Air Fryer Keto Crispy Cauliflower

Get a batch of perfect cauliflower florets in just 10 minutes with this air fryer keto crispy cauliflower recipe from Delightfully Low Carb. Dip them in Buffalo sauce, full-fat ranch, or snack on them plain.

Air Fryer Keto Biscuits

We know, we know, how can biscuits be keto? Well, this air fryer keto biscuit recipe from KetoConnect uses almond flour in place of wheat flour to make it keto-friendly. With an air fryer, the cooking time is only 10 minutes!

Air Fryer Keto Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers

This air fryer keto Philly cheesesteak stuffed pepper recipe from The Girl on Bloor is a tasty keto spin on the beloved sandwich! Cheesy steak, mushrooms, and onions are stuffed into a soft bell pepper, making for a satiating meal without the carbs.

Air Fryer Keto Onion Rings

This air fryer keto onion rings recipe by Wholesome Yum is guaranteed to steal the show. With just seven ingredients, including coconut flour and pork rinds, there’s no excuse not to make them.

Air Fryer Keto Pretzel Bites

Mozzarella, coconut flour, and eggs are the foundation for this air fryer keto pretzel bites dough. Dip them in delicious mustard or cheese dip. Find the recipe at Pete and Gerry’s.

Air Fryer Keto Brownies

Brownies in an air fryer? Yep, it’s almost as surprising as keto brownies. Using almond flour and Lakanto powdered sweetener, this air fryer keto brownie recipe from Butter Together Kitchen looks as good as it sounds.

Air Fryer Keto Zucchini Fries

What sounds more delicious than crispy Parmesan zucchini fries? Yeah, nothing. Follow this recipe from Gimme Delicious for air fryer zucchini fries.

Air Fryer Keto Fried Chicken

Air fryers are perfect for making, yep, correct guess, fried chicken. Check out this air fryer keto fried chicken recipe from Wholesome Yum, which produces low-carb, juicy chicken.