Easy Air fryer Paneer Tikka

Step 1

Prep the paneer and veggie: Cut the paneer to cubes - 2-2.5 cm. Soak in Hot water for at least 10 minutes. Drain. Dice the onion and peppers to a similar size.

Step 2

Tandoori Yogurt marinade: Combine all the ingredients other than oil in a mixing bowl until smooth. Heat oil in a pan until really hot. Then add it to the yogurt marinade. Mix to combine.

Step 3

Thread the skewers, starting with peppers, onion, paneer and alternate. Repeat.If you don't have skewers, not to worry, simply add it to a baking tray or air fryer basket without overlapping.

Step 4

Preheat the air fryer to 360°F / 180°C. Arrange the paneer tikka skewers in the air fryer basket and air fry for 8-10 minutes until the paneer is still soft but the outer layer is crispy. You'll hear the sizzle as it cooks!

Step 5

Remove from air fryer basket and serve with garlic naan, lemon wedges and Green Chutney.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C. Arrange the paneer tikka skewers on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Place the tray in the oven and cook for 15-18 minutes or until the tikka is sizzling, and the paneer is crispy on the outside yet tender inside. Serve hot!