dinner · indian
Charred Paneer Tikka with Warm Naan & Mint Raita
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Instructions
1
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes so the cooking basket becomes thoroughly hot.
2
Cut paneer cheese into 1-inch cubes and cut bell pepper and red onion into matching 1-inch squares.
3
Grate fresh ginger, mince garlic cloves, and finely chop fresh mint leaves on the cutting board.
4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, oil, lemon juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, and ground spices.
5
Add paneer cubes, peppers, and red onions to the spiced yogurt marinade, gently tossing to coat thoroughly.
6
Transfer paneer, peppers, and onions into the preheated air fryer basket, spreading in an even single layer.
7
Air fry undisturbed for 5 minutes until the edges of the paneer begin to sizzle and brown.
8
Shake the air fryer basket gently and continue cooking for 4 to 5 minutes until charred and blistered.
9
In a second bowl, stir remaining Greek yogurt, chopped mint, pinch of cumin, salt, and lemon juice for raita.
10
Transfer charred paneer tikka to a plate, then warm naan directly in the air fryer basket for 1 minute.
11
Divide warm naan, charred paneer bites, and blistered peppers between plates, serving immediately with cooling mint raita.
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