These air fryer paneer nuggets use paneer cubes coated first in a flour-and-cornflour slurry, then in seasoned breadcrumbs. A little oil mixed into the crumbs helps the coating brown in the air fryer.
Air frying ensures delicious crispiness without the greasy mess of deep frying. If you need a tasty snack or crave spicy paneer bites, these crispy cottage cheese nuggets are perfect. For a delicious bite, pair them with mint chutney, coriander chutney, or a spicy sauce.
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Ingredients
To make these crispy paneer fingers, gather the following ingredients:
- Paneer : Store bought or homemade paneer for a soft, nice texture
- Corn flour mix: plain flour, corn flour, water,salt
- Breadcrumb mix: bread crumbs, red chilli powder, salt and oil
- Optional spices: Garam masala, black pepper powder, chaat masala
- For serving: Tomato ketchup, mint chutney, or sriracha sauce
How to make paneer nuggets ? (video recipe)
Step by step instructions
- Soak paneer cubes in hot water and drain to ensure soft paneer.
- Take cornflour,plain flour and salt in a bowl,Add water.
- Mix to make a slurry.
- Take breadcrumbs in a bowl with spices.
- Add oil to the breadcrumbs.
- Mix it with a spoon.
- Cut the paneer pieces.
- Dip the paneer pieces in cornflour mix.
- Roll them in the breadcrumb mix for a golden brown finish.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C|355F .
- Place nuggets on a baking sheet or directly in the air fryer tray. Spray with a little cooking oil.
- Cook for 13-14 minutes, spraying with oil halfway to enhance crispiness.
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Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 500 gms Paneer block cut lenghtwise or smaller cubes
Cornflour mix
- ⅓ cup plain flour
- 3 tablespoon corn flour
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Breadcrumb mix
- ¾ cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoon oil for breadcrumb mix
- 1 teaspoon salt as per taste
- ½ teaspoon red chilli powder or spice mix as per taste
- 1 tbsp. oil to spray/brush oil during cook
Instructions
- Soak paneer cubes in hot water and drain to ensure soft paneer.
- Mix the cornflour,plain flour,spices and water
- Dip the paneer pieces in the corn flour mix, ensuring an even coating.
- Mix breadcrumbs,spices and oil
- Roll paneer pieces in the breadcrumb mix for a golden brown finish.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C|355F . Place nuggets on a baking sheet or directly in the air fryer tray. Spray with a little cooking oil.
- Cook for 13-14 minutes, spraying with oil halfway to enhance crispiness.
- Serve hot with tomato ketchup or chutney.
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Variations and Substitutions
- For a spicy kick, include finely chopped green chili or extra red chili powder in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Paneer Popcorn Recipe: For a crispier coating, crush corn flakes.
- For a baked option, preheat your oven to 200°C and bake the Paneer Nuggets for 15-20 minutes.
- For a healthier choice, swap out plain flour for whole wheat flour in the batter.
- For a crunchier breadcrumb topping, use panko or crushed corn flakes.
- For a gluten-free version, swap out all-purpose flour for gluten-free alternatives like rice flour.
- For a vegan option, substitute tofu for paneer.
FAQ
Yes, coat the paneer pieces and refrigerate them for up to a day before air frying.
It becomes rubbery if you have overcooked it.
Conclusion
This paneer nuggets recipe is a tasty and easy snack that combines convenience and flavor. This recipe is perfect for home cooks looking for a snack with crispy coating and spicy paneer bites. Air frying gives the breadcrumb coating time to crisp while keeping the paneer inside soft. These crispy cottage cheese nuggets are a family favorite, and go great with mint chutney, tomato ketchup, or spicy sauce..
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