Here are 5 delicious Paneer Veg recipes you can easily make in an Air Fryer:
1. Air Fryer Paneer Tikka
Ingredients:
- 200g paneer cubes
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- Salt, lemon juice
- Diced capsicum, onion
Method:
- Mix all ingredients (except veggies) to marinate paneer for 30 mins.
- Add veggies and mix well.
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C.
- Place paneer and veggies on skewers or tray.
- Air fry at 180°C for 10-12 minutes, flipping once.
2. Air Fryer Paneer Pakora
Ingredients:
- 200g paneer slices
- 1 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1 tsp ajwain
- Salt, turmeric, red chili
- Water to make batter
Method:
- Make thick batter with besan and spices.
- Dip paneer in batter.
- Preheat air fryer to 200°C.
- Place battered paneer pieces on greased tray.
- Air fry at 200°C for 8-10 mins till crispy.
3. Air Fryer Paneer Stuffed Capsicum
Ingredients:
- 2 medium capsicums, halved
- 150g grated paneer
- 1 chopped onion
- Spices: turmeric, garam masala, salt, chili
- Coriander leaves
Method:
- Mix paneer stuffing with spices and onion.
- Stuff halved capsicums with the mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C.
- Place capsicum halves in the basket.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes till capsicums are soft and tops golden.
4. Air Fryer Paneer Rolls
Ingredients:
- Paneer slices
- Wheat or maida roti
- Onion-tomato chutney
- Chopped lettuce/cabbage
Method:
- Slightly roast rotis in a pan.
- Air fry paneer slices (seasoned) at 200°C for 6-8 mins.
- Spread chutney, place paneer and veggies, roll up.
- Optional: Air fry the whole roll for 3 mins for crisp finish.
5. Air Fryer Paneer Cutlet
Ingredients:
- 1 cup crumbled paneer
- 1 boiled potato
- Chopped veggies (carrot, capsicum, peas)
- Bread crumbs, spices, salt
- Oil spray
Method:
- Mix all ingredients and shape into cutlets.
- Coat lightly with bread crumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C.
- Spray oil and air fry for 10-12 mins till golden