15+ Air Fryer Indian Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Is air fryer useful for Indian food? ›

Ans: Yes, air fryers are excellent for vegetarians. They can be used to cook a variety of vegetarian dishes such as vegetable samosas, crispy bhindi (okra), tandoori paneer tikka, and more, providing a healthier alternative to deep-frying.

For those on a budget, the 4L KENT Star air fryer is a great option. It offers many of the same features as more expensive models but at a fraction of the price. It uses up to 80% less oil than traditional frying methods, and its Rapid Hot Air Technology cooks food quickly and evenly.

Air fryer health risks

COPs are linked to an increase in heart disease, cancer and other medical conditions. You may have also heard about polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are carcinogens that are produced as fumes when foods are cooked at a high temperature.

Putting a damp basket back into the air fryer can cause damage, such as affecting the time it takes for your air fryer to heat up or damaging the internal components. It is no secret that water and electricity do not go hand-in-hand.

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

Boil the kettle and set the air fryer to preheat at 200°C for a few minutes. Once your rice is sufficiently strained (and the water is clear), pop it into the cake tin and add your boiled water and salt. Tightly cover the dish with aluminium foil, stick it in the air fryer and cook for 25 minutes.

What are Disadvantages of Using an Air Fryer? Air fryers vary in the amount of foods they can hold, but usually do not have a large capacity. Air fryers may not be convenient when cooking for large groups. Foods that are air fried have different sensory characteristics than foods that are deep fried.

Can you boil pasta in an air fryer? ›

It is possible to cook pasta in an air fryer, and “pasta bakes that just need the baking part should be fine”, says Ailsa Burt. “But I wouldn't use an air fryer to cook pasta dishes with lots of sauce.”

Insider asked chefs to share their favorite things to make in an air fryer. Their favorite dishes to make in this appliance include gnocchi, chicken, and crunchy chickpeas. It's also possible to make flavorful steak, bacon, and chicken nuggets in an air fryer.

As with all dry-heat cooker methods (grilling, broiling, pan frying and oven roasting), tender beef cuts perform best in the air fryer. Those cuts include Top Sirloin, KC Strip, Ribeye, Tenderloin and Tri Tip. Ground beef also can be easily prepared in an air fryer.

The general tip for reheating leftovers in the air fryer is: Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400°F/204°C. Place the food in the air fryer basket. Cook at 350°F/175°C for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the food is crispy to your liking and comes to temperature.

Air-fryers can be energy efficient

Not only does an air-fryer save you precious counter space, they're often cheaper to run than ovens, particularly if you're only heating up food for one or two people.

The evidence so far suggests that air frying is healthier than deep-frying, but it's not necessarily healthier than pan frying or baking in an oven.