AIR FRYER SAMOSA

Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)

1/2 tsp salt

2 tbsp oil

1/4 cup water

1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes

1/4 cup peas

1/4 cup finely chopped onions

1/2 tsp cumin seeds

1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste

1/2 tsp garam masala

1/2 tsp coriander powder

1/4 tsp turmeric (haldi)

Salt, to taste

Oil for brushing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine maida and salt. Add 2 tbsp of oil and rub it in until the mixture turns crumbly. Gradually add water and knead the dough until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

2. Make the Filling: Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter. Add chopped onions and ginger-garlic paste, sautéing until golden. Then add peas, mashed potatoes, garam masala, coriander powder, turmeric, and salt. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.

3. Shape the Samosas: Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into a thin oval shape. Cut each oval in half to form two semicircles. Wet the edges of one semicircle with water and shape it into a cone by bringing the edges together. Seal the cone and fill it with a spoonful of the potato mixture. Seal the top by applying a little water.

4. Cook in the Air Fryer: Place the samosas in the air fryer basket, brushing them lightly with oil. Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Once done, remove from the air fryer and serve hot!

AIR FRYER PANEER TIKKA

Ingredients:

300 grams paneer cubes

1 cup yogurt (dahi)

1 ½ tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tsp garam masala

1 tsp turmeric (haldi)

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp red chili powder

1 tsp cumin powder (jeera powder)

1 tsp coriander powder

2-3 tsp oil

Salt, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Stir until well combined.

2. Marinate the Paneer: Gently add the paneer cubes to the marinade and toss them to coat thoroughly. Allow the paneer to marinate for 20-30 minutes to let the flavors soak in.

3. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (392°F). Lightly brush the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the marinated paneer cubes in a single layer, making sure they're not touching.

4. Air Fry the Paneer: Air fry for 10-15 minutes, flipping the cubes halfway through for even cooking. Once golden and slightly crisp, remove from the air fryer and serve hot with fresh pudina chutney!

AIR FRYER HARA BHARA KEBAB

Ingredients:

3 tsp coriander seeds

2 tsp cumin seeds

1 tsp salt

1 tsp sugar

50 grams spinach

100 grams peas

3 tsp garlic

2 tsp ginger

1 green chili

1 cup parsley

1 cup coriander leaves

4 boiled potatoes

1 tsp salt

1 tsp chaat masala

1/4 cup bread crumbs

1/4 cup corn flour

1 lemon

Tamarind chutney (Imli chutney)

1 tomato, chopped

Water, as needed

Instructions:

1. Roast Spices: In a pan, dry roast the coriander and cumin seeds until fragrant. Set them aside to cool.

2. Cook Vegetables: Heat some water in a pan, then add salt, sugar, spinach, and peas. Sauté until tender. Drain the water and immediately transfer the mixture to cold water to stop the cooking process.

3. Grind the Mixture: Once cooled, transfer the vegetables to a grinder. Add garlic, ginger, green chili, parsley, coriander leaves, and the roasted coriander and cumin seeds. Grind everything together to form a smooth paste.

4. Prepare the Potato Mixture: In a large bowl, mash the boiled potatoes. Add salt, chaat masala, the prepared vegetable paste, bread crumbs, and corn flour. Mix thoroughly to form a dough. Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.

5. Shape the Kebabs: Take small portions of the mixture, roll them into balls, and then flatten them with your hands to form patty shapes.

6. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.

7. Air Fry the Kebabs: Lightly brush the air fryer tray with oil and arrange the kebabs on it. Air fry for 10 minutes at 180°C, flipping the kebabs halfway through and brushing them with a bit of oil.

8. Final Air Frying: After flipping, reduce the temperature to 160°C (320°F) and air fry for another 6-7 minutes until they are golden and crisp.

9. Serve: Serve the kebabs immediately with a side of tamarind chutney and fresh tomato slices!

AIR FRYER POTATO WEDGES

Ingredients:

2 medium-sized boiled potatoes

1 tsp salt

1 tsp chili powder

1 tbsp cornflour (or all-purpose flour/maida)

1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potatoes: Place the boiled potatoes on a chopping board and cut them into rough wedges, leaving the skin on for added texture and flavor.

2. Coat the Wedges: Toss the potato wedges in cornflour (or maida) until each piece is evenly coated. This will help them crisp up while cooking.

3. Air Fry the Wedges: Carefully arrange the wedges in the air fryer basket without overcrowding them. Drizzle olive oil over the top to enhance crispness and flavor.

4. Cook to Perfection: Air fry at 200°C (392°F) for about 10 minutes. Halfway through, give the wedges a gentle toss to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.

5. Season and Serve: Once golden and crispy, carefully remove the wedges from the air fryer. Sprinkle salt, chili powder, and any additional seasoning like lemon juice or chaat masala, if desired. Serve them hot for a crunchy, flavorful snack!