Paneer Tikka in Air Fryer is a popular Indian dish. It has paneer cubes along with onions and bell pepper marinated in a spiced yogurt-based marinade.
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Paneer Tikka is a version of Paneer which is marinated in a flavourful masala with yogurt and then grilled to perfection. It goes as an excellent starter in a party menu. Tastes good when served with Green Chutney and Sauce. Now let’s get started with the recipe.
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Ingredients
Paneer or Cottage Cheese - Use Fresh Cottage Cheese or Panner. If using store bought paneer, soak the cubed Paneer blocks in warm water for 15 mins and then use. It keeps the paneer soft and tender. Homemade paneer is already soft and hence you may skip that step.
Yogurt - This is the base of the marination. Make sure you use thick curd or Hung Curd. Liquid curd might affect the texture of the masala paste. If this is watery the masala will not stick to paneer and veggies while marinating.
Onion & Bellpepper - Bellpepper and Onions gel very well with the Paneer. This gets grilled perfectly. It helps in bringing wonderful restaurant-like tastes and texture. So I highly recommend not skipping them.
Ginger Garlic paste - Give a nice flavor to the Paneer Tikka. You can either use paste or crush ginger and garlic and then use.
Spices for marinating the Paneer- I have used the basic Indian spice powders. Added besan flour for a restaurant like touch to the paneer tikka.
FAQ's
Can I make the paneer tikka without skewers?
Usually, grilled paneer grill cooked on skewers. In case you do not have skewers you can just cook directly in the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper. Or you can also use the mini toothpicks in cooking.
How to Prepare Paneer at Home
We prepare Panner by curdling the milk. We use lemon or vinegar or yogurt to curdle the milk. I have a separate post on how to prepare Homemade Panner. You can check the post for more details.
How to make Paneer tikka in air fryer
In a mixing bowl add the yogurt. Beat well until creamy. Add Besan flour and Ginger garlic paste.
Next, add in all the spice powders and Lemon Juice. I am using Red Chilli Powder, Turmeric powder, Garam Masala, Cardamom Powder, Pepper Powder, and Cumin Powder. Add Chaat masala if you prefer and some salt.
Also, add the dried fenugreek leaves ( Kasoori Methi ).
Whisk everything together. Check for salt and spice and add more now if required.
Next, add the Cubed bell pepper or Capsicum. I am using Red, Yellow, and Green Coloured ones. You can also add any one color. Also, add in the cubes onions and Paneer Cubes.
Combine everything gently Such that the masala coats evenly over the Paneer, onions, and Bell pepper. Refrigerate this for 2 hours if you can. This helps the masala get deeper and everything cooks tender and easily.
Next, take the skewers. Keep it immersed in boiling water for 10 mins. Insert the marinated Paneer Slices, Onion, and bell peppers alternatively inside the Skewers.
Preheat the air fryer to 200 C / 400 F for 5 mins. Spray or brush oil in the air fryer baskets and place the skewers in the basket.
Air fry at 190 c for 12 mins. Flip once halfway.
Airfryer Paneer Tikka is now ready.
Serving Suggestions:
Goes well as an entree for any potlucks or lunch pops. A perfect weekend appetizer that goes well with biryani or ghee rice.
Storing Suggestions
You may store up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
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📖 Recipe
Paneer Tikka in Air Fryer
Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 250 gm Cottage Cheese or Paneer
- 1 cup Bellpepper or Capsicum I used Red Yellow and Green Colours together
- 1 Onion Chopped into cubes
- 1 cup Yogurt
- 1 tbsp Besan Flour
- 2 tsp Red Chilli powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- 1 tsp Pepper Powder
- ¼ tsp Turmeric powder
- ½ tsp Cardamom Powder
- ½ tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste
- ½ tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Kasoori Methi or Dried Fenugreek leaves
- 1 tsp Amchur Powder or Dry Mango Powder Optional
- 1 tsp Chaat Masala Optional
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl add the yogurt. Beat well until creamy.
- Add Besan flour and Finger garlic paste.
- Next, add in all the spice powders and Lemon Juice. I am using Red Chilli Powder, Turmeric powder, Garam Masala, Cardamom Powder, Pepper Powder, and Cumin Powder. Add Chaat masala if you prefer and some salt.
- Also, add the dried fenugreek leaves ( Kasoori Methi ).
- Whisk everything together. Check for salt and spice and add more now if required.
- Next, add the Cubed bell pepper or Capsicum. I am using Red, Yellow, and Green Coloured ones. You can also add any one color. Also, add in the cubes onions and Paneer Cubes.
- Next, add in the Paneer or Cottage Cheese Cubes.
- Combine everything gently Such that the masala coats evenly over the Paneer, onions, and Bell pepper. Refrigerate this for 2 hours if you can. This helps the masala get deeper and everything cooks tender and easily.
- Next, take the skewers. Keep it immersed in boiling water for 10 mins. Insert the marinated Paneer Slices, Onion, and bell peppers alternatively inside the Skewers.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200 C / 400 F for 5 mins. Spray or brush oil in the air fryer baskets and place the skewers in the basket.
- Air fry at 190 c for 12 mins. Flip once halfway.
- Airfryer Paneer Tikka is now ready.
Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.
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