Soya Tikki in Airfryer | Soy cutlets in airfryer

Want a healthy, nutritious snack that avoids deep frying? Try this air fryer soya tikki recipe - it's a new favorite! If you enjoy soya cutlets, soya burgers, or just love cooking fun, this easy recipe is a guilt-free treat. Enjoy these protein-packed, flavorful, and crispy veg soya tikkis as a perfect evening snack with tea; they're air-fried for easy cleanup.

Love vegan air fryer cutlets? Try more wholesome and oil-light snacks like sweetcorn tofu fritters, soya cutlets, or our crispy jackfruit tikkis. For something earthy, do not miss the arbi tikki a taro root delight.

Air fryer soya tikki recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups soya nuggets/meal maker, soaked in hot water for 15-20 minutes
• 1 cup mashed potatoes (works as a great binding agent)
• 2 tablespoon oil for brushing

Spices

• tbsp dried mint
• green chillies (or green chilies, as you prefer!)
• 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
• Salt to taste
• 2 teaspoon garam masala
• red chilli powder (optional)

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Instructions

1. Soak the soya nuggets in hot water (about 3-4 cups of water) for 15-20 minutes until soft. Squeeze out any excess water.
2. Grind the softened soya chunks with dried mint, green chillies, ginger, salt, and garam masala into a coarse mixture.

3. Mix this with mashed potatoes .Shape the mixture into tikkis (or soya chunks cutlet patties).

4. Brush lightly with oil and freeze for a long time or overnight for better texture.

5. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (356°F).

7. Place the tikkis in a single layer and air fry for 20-22 minutes, flipping halfway until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot with green chutney, tomato ketchup, or tomato sauce.

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Variations

• For added crunch and nutrition, try including grated carrots or beetroot.
• For extra spice, add more green chilies or red chili powder.
• Swap mashed potatoes with sweet potatoes for a unique twist.
• Fancy trying something different? Shape the mixture into soya chunk cutlets or soya burger patties.

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Substitutions

• Oats or besan (gram flour) can replace potatoes as a binding agent.
• Soya granules can replace whole nuggets - use 1 cup soya granules soaked and drained.

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Conclusion

Home cooks seeking a tasty, quick, and healthy dish will love this winning air fryer soya tikki recipe. With exclusive features like oil-free crispiness and versatility in flavor, these soya cutlets are perfect for both weekday meals and party starters. So next time you're craving a crunchy evening snack, ditch the oil and grab your air fryer. Your cooking experiences will never be the same again!