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Printed September 1, 2026
Printed September 1, 2026
Air Fryer Alchemist
Crispy Paneer Tikka Bombs with Mint Thunder
These golden orbs hide spiced paneer cores that burst with heat and tang. The air fryer transforms them into crackling shells with molten centers.
Ingredients
- 400g paneer, crumbled
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp kashmiri chili powder
- 1/2 tsp amchur (dried mango powder)
- 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 12 spring roll wrappers
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 3 tbsp water
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 green chili
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
Preparation
The air fryer doesn't just crisp—it alchemizes. These paneer bombs prove that hot circulating air can create textures impossible to achieve in traditional frying, with a shattering exterior that gives way to spiced, creamy insides.
Preparation
- Combine crumbled paneer with ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, chili powder, amchur, yogurt, and salt. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Place a spring roll wrapper on your work surface. Add 2 tablespoons of the paneer mixture to the center.
- Brush the edges with cornstarch slurry, then gather all corners to the center, twisting to seal and create a beggar's purse shape.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling. Spray each bomb generously with cooking spray.
- Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F). Arrange bombs in a single layer, not touching.
- Air fry for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until deeply golden and crackling.
- Meanwhile, blend mint leaves, green chili, lemon juice, cumin seeds, and a pinch of salt with 2 tablespoons water until smooth.
- Serve the bombs immediately with the mint thunder drizzled over or on the side for dipping.
