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tofu broccoli cutlets
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Air fryer broccoli cutlet recipe

broccoli tikki is a delicious recipe which is full of flavor. Make this easy cutlets for a tasty low calorie snack in your air fryer.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: air fryer broccoli cutlets, broccoli cutlet, broccoli patties in air fryer

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • brush
  • baking tray
  • Food processor

Ingredients

  • 1 broccoli blanched, 400 gms
  • 200 gm tofu
  • 3 medium potatoes boiled and mashed, 300 gm
  • Oil spray

Spices

  • 1 tablespoon ginger
  • 1 tbsp. dried mint leaves
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon cumin powder
  • ½ tablespoon paprika / red chili powder
  • ½ tablespoon garam masala powder

Instructions

  • Prepare the Mixture: Blanch broccoli for 10 minutes in hot water with salt, drain well.
    1 broccoli
  • Combine Ingredients: Mix in the tofu ,broccoli,dried mint leaves, ginger and optional spice powders (garam masala, red chilli powder / green chillies and salt) in a food processor, Add grated boiled potatoes to the mixture.
    3 medium potatoes, 1 tablespoon ginger, ½ tablespoon salt, 1 tbsp. dried mint leaves
  • Form the patties: Portion out the mixture equally. Shape them into thick cutlets.
  • Freeze for Better Texture: brush with a little oil, and freeze for 4 hours or ovenight to help retain their shape.
  • Air Frying: Preheat the air fryer to 180 C | 355 F for 5 mins. Place the patties in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for 20-22 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with oil again to ensure even browning.
  • Serving: Serve hot with lemon wedges, onion rings and coriander/mint chutney.
  • Storage: Store any leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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