Air fryer paneer tikka recipe

 

Here’s a delicious and easy Paneer Tikka recipe you can make in an air fryer:

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🌶️ Air Fryer Paneer Tikka Recipe

Ingredients:

• Paneer (cottage cheese) – 250 g (cut into cubes)
• Capsicum (bell peppers) – 1 (cut into squares)
• Onion – 1 (cut into squares or petals)
• Thick curd (hung curd preferred) – 1/2 cup
• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tsp
• Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
• Gram flour (besan) – 1 tbsp (lightly roasted)
• Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander powder – 1 tsp
• Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
• Chaat masala – 1/2 tsp
• Salt – to taste
• Oil – 1 tbsp
• Skewers (wooden or metal)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Marinade:

   • In a bowl, mix curd, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, roasted gram flour, turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, chaat masala, salt, and oil.

2. Marinate:

   • Add paneer cubes, onion, and capsicum into the marinade.
   • Coat well and let it rest for at least 30–60 minutes in the fridge.

3. Skewer:

   • Thread the marinated paneer, onion, and capsicum onto skewers (alternating for good presentation).

4. Preheat the Air Fryer:

   • Preheat to 180°C (350°F) for 3–5 minutes.

5. Air Fry:

   • Place skewers or paneer pieces into the air fryer basket.
   • Cook at 180°C for 10–12 minutes.
   • Shake or turn the skewers halfway through for even cooking.

6. Optional:

   • Brush with melted butter or ghee for extra flavor.

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🍽️ Serve With:

• Green chutney
• Lemon wedges
• Sliced onions

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