Air Fryer Paneer Tikka
Air Fryer Paneer Tikka is a quick and healthy version of the classic Indian appetizer. Juicy paneer cubes and veggies are marinated in spiced yogurt and cooked to smoky perfection in the air fryer – ready in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 250 g paneer Indian cottage cheese, cut into cubes
- ½ cup Thick yogurt curd or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Gram flour Besan, lightly roasted
- 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp Red chili powder
- ½ tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Oil or ghee
- 1 Medium onion Cut into cubes
- 1 Medium bell pepper Any color, cut into cubes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together1/2 cup Thick yogurt, 2 tbsp Gram flour, 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp Red chili powder, 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder, 1 tsp Garam masala, 1 tsp Cumin powder, 1 tsp Coriander powder, 1 tbsp Lemon juice, Salt to taste, 1 tbsp Oil or ghee
- Add the paneer cubes, onion chunks, and bell pepper pieces into the marinade. Mix gently so all pieces are well coated. Cover and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes (overnight in the refrigerator gives even deeper flavor).
- Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3–5 minutes.
- Thread the marinated paneer and vegetables onto skewers (if using) or simply arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 12–14 minutes, turning the skewers or shaking the basket halfway through, until the paneer looks golden and slightly charred at the edges.
- Remove carefully, squeeze fresh lemon juice on top, and sprinkle with chaat masala. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with mint chutney.
Notes
🔹️Want extra smokiness? Place a small piece of hot charcoal in a steel bowl, drizzle oil on top, cover your tikka with a lid for 2 minutes – instant restaurant-style smoky flavor!
🔹️Add mushrooms, zucchini, or baby corn to the skewers for variety.
🔹️If you don’t have skewers, no problem – just arrange the pieces in your air fryer basket.
🔹️For a vegan version, replace paneer with firm tofu.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal
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