10 Quick Indian Air Fryer Recipes

Wash and thoroughly dry 250g okra, then slice them into 1/2-inch pieces.

In a bowl, toss the okra with 1 tbsp oil, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1/2 tsp cumin powder, and salt to taste.

Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

Place the seasoned okra in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy. Serve hot as a side dish.

Cut 200g paneer into bite-sized cubes.

In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp thick yogurt, 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp garam masala, and salt.

Add the paneer cubes and toss gently to coat.

Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F).

Arrange paneer in a single layer in the air fryer.

Air fry for 7-9 minutes until golden brown and slightly charred, flipping once. Serve with mint chutney.

Cut 250g boneless chicken into 1-inch pieces.

Marinate chicken with 2 tbsp tandoori masala paste (store-bought), 1 tbsp lemon juice, and salt.

Thread chicken onto small skewers (if using wooden, soak them first).

Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).

Place skewers in the air fryer basket.

Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through and slightly charred.

Drain and rinse one 400g can of chickpeas, pat very dry.

Toss chickpeas with 1 tbsp oil, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1/4 tsp turmeric, and salt.

Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).

Spread chickpeas in a single layer in the basket.

Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket several times, until crispy. Great for snacking or adding to salads.

Mash 2 medium-sized pre-boiled potatoes.

Mix with 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 1 green chili (minced), 1/2 tsp ginger paste, 1/2 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp chaat masala, 2 tbsp cornflour or breadcrumbs, and salt.

Form into small patties.

Brush lightly with oil.

Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

Air fry patties for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisp.

Take 2 ears of corn on the cob (husk removed).

Brush lightly with oil.

Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).

Place corn in the air fryer basket.

Air fry for 7-9 minutes, turning occasionally, until kernels are tender and slightly charred.

Rub with a mixture of salt, red chili powder, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Peel and cut 1 large sweet potato into fries.

Toss with 1 tbsp oil, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, and salt.

Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).

Arrange fries in a single layer.

Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket frequently, until crispy and tender.

No oil needed!

Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

Place one or two papads in the air fryer basket (don't overcrowd).

Air fry for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully as they puff up quickly. They should be crisp but not burnt. Serve immediately.

Cut 1 head of broccoli into florets.

Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).

Place broccoli in the basket.

Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway, until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over before serving.

Cut 1/2 head of cauliflower into small florets.

In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp cornflour, 1 tbsp rice flour, 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, a pinch of orange food color (optional), and salt with a little water to make a thick paste.

Toss cauliflower florets in the paste to coat.

Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F).

Place coated florets in a single layer in the basket.

Air fry for 9-11 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy and cooked through. Garnish with curry leaves and serve with a squeeze of lime.