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Air Fryer Aloo Tikki Recipe

March 13, 2022 By anusha 8 Comments

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Aloo Tikki Recipe is the base for many Chaat variations in India. In this post, I will walk you through how to make these in the air fryer. This is an easy no onion garlic recipe that features all things delicious including nuts, raisins and Paneer. The best thing about these Aloo Paneer Tikkis is that you can make a big batch in one go easily. 

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air fryer aloo paneer tikkis served over a rustic serving tray lined with unbleached parchment paper. Green chutney and sweet chutney in two small bowls placed on the platter. Cilantro leaves as garnish and a spoon by the side.

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Pro Tips

  1. Once the potatoes are boiled, drain them completely in a colander and then peel them. If there is any water in the potatoes, the mixture will become soggy and wont hold shape.
  2. Mash the potatoes to a smooth mixture. I recommend grating the boiled potatoes if you are a beginner.
  3. Use a block of paneer instead of cubed paneer. This helps in grating easily.
  4. If you are a rookie, you can use a dessert ring to shape the Tikkis. Alternatively, you can also use Sushi shapers to shape the Tikkis.

Aloo and Paneer Tikkis stacked in a pile and served on a rustic serving platter with condiments by the side.

Method

Prep Work

Wash, halve and boil the potatoes. Drain them completely, allow them to cool and peel the potatoes. Grate the paneer.

step by step guide to make air fryer aloo tikki

Making the Tikki mixture

To a mixing bowl, add the boiled potatoes, ground spices, cashews, raisins, crushed coriander seeds, grated paneer, salt, finely chopped ginger and chopped cilantro. Bring together everything, mash the potatoes, mix and combine everything to a stiff dough. 

Shaping the Tikkis

When done, divide the mixture into 15 equal portions. Shape each portion into a 1 inch thick roundel, like you see in the picture.

Air fryer temperature and settings

Brush each Tikki with 1/4 tsp oil or spray them with an oil spray. Arrange them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 12 minutes at 350F (180C). At the half way mark, flip the Tikkis with a wooden or silicon spatula and continue to finish cooking the other side.

In picture 7, the Tikkis are shown after 1/2 way mark (after 6 mins of air frying). Picture 8 shows the fully air fried Tikkis ( 12 mins of air frying).

Oven Method

If you do not have an air fryer, you can also make this in the oven. In fact, the oven method is the best for making a large batch of these yummy treats. Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Arrange the shaped Tikkis on a lined baking sheet. Brush each roundel with 1/4 tsp oil.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Flip the Tikkis after the 8th minute and continue to finish baking for the remaining time. 

Stovetop Method

No air fryer or oven? No sweat at all! Heat a cast iron gridle and brush the surface with 1 tbsp oil. Place about 5 to 6 shaped roundels on the gridle and cook on medium flame until golden brown on both sides. 

A batch of these take about 3 to 4 minutes on medium heat when cooked on stovetop. My favorite gridle for this is the 10 inch Lodge Cast Iron gridle. Alternatively, a 10 inch skillet also works here.

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air fryer aloo paneer tikkis served over a rustic serving tray lined with unbleached parchment paper. Green chutney and sweet chutney in two small bowls placed on the platter. Cilantro leaves as garnish and a spoon by the side.
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5 from 7 votes

Aloo Tikki

Potatoes, Paneer, nuts and raisins come together in this easy snack that also make for great burgers.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 58kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer or Oven . Please refer blog post for various cooking methods
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Sauce Pan
  • 1 set of measuring spoons and cups
  • 1 Spatula

Ingredients

  • 10 oz boiled and peeled potatoes Use 3 medium size potatoes and boil in a sauce pan.
  • 1 cup grated panner
  • 12 cashews chopped roughly
  • 3 tbsp Raisins
  • 1 tsp crushed coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Garam masala
  • 1.5 tsp Red paprika
  • 1.5 tsp very finely chopped ginger
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
  • 1.5 tsp Kosher salt or to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

Prep Work

  • Wash, halve and boil the potatoes.
  • Drain them completely, allow them to cool and peel the potatoes.
  • Grate the paneer.

Making the Tikki mixture

  • To a mixing bowl, add the boiled potatoes, ground spices, cashews, raisins, crushed coriander seeds, grated paneer, salt, finely chopped ginger and chopped cilantro.
  • Mash the potatoes, mix and combine everything to a stiff dough.
  • Shaping the Tikkis
  • When done, divide the mixture into 12 equal portions.
  • Shape each portion into a 1 inch thick roundel.
  • Air fryer temperature and settings
  • Brush each Tikki with ¼ teaspoon oil or spray them with an oil spray.
  • Arrange them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 12 minutes at 350F (180C).
  • At the half way mark, flip the Tikkis with a wooden or silicon spatula and continue to finish cooking the other side for the remaining 6 mins.

Oven Method

  • Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
  • Arrange the shaped Tikkis on a lined baking sheet.
  • Brush each roundel with ¼ teaspoon oil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Flip the Tikkis after the 8th minute and continue to finish baking for the remaining time.

Stovetop Method

  • Heat a cast iron gridle and brush the surface with 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Place about 5 to 6 shaped roundels on the gridle and cook on medium flame until golden brown on both sides.

Notes

  1. Air fryer timings and settings may vary depending on the capacity, model and brand.
  2. Nutritional values provided here are a rough estimate and given as a courtesy.
  3. Please refer the blog post for tips and tricks to make the best Aloo Tikki.

For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes

Instant Pot timings may vary based on your geographic location. Air fryer settings and timings may vary based on the capacity and the model of the Air fryer.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.

Nutrition

Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 349mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 157IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth says

    June 8, 2022 at 10:41 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious looking tikkis… I love that intermittent bite of raisins, would give a nice sweetness in between…

    Reply
  2. Harini says

    April 22, 2022 at 6:57 am

    5 stars
    Making the tikkis in air fryer sounds interesting. I use a big electric griddle and make 20 tikkis in a batch which makes my work go faster 🙂

    Reply
  3. Srividhya says

    March 28, 2022 at 9:00 am

    5 stars
    Guilt-free tikkis perfect for chaat or sandwiches. So good Anu, loved all your air fryer recipes.

    Reply
  4. Sharmila Kingsly says

    March 16, 2022 at 1:28 pm

    5 stars
    Aloo Tikki’s are too tempting and this remains guilt-free with the air fryer.. I’m loving them !!

    Reply
  5. Marie says

    March 16, 2022 at 3:27 am

    Hello! Looking forward to trying this recipe. But I’m a bit confused. When I looked at the recipe yesterday you mentioned using it in a wrap. I wanted to check the ingredients you listed for the wrap, but today I only see burrito bowls. Did you change the serving suggestions since yesterday? If so, could you please also mention the wrap ingredients? Thank you!

    Reply
    • anusha says

      March 16, 2022 at 8:43 am

      Hi Marie, there seems to be some issues with my site and hence the confusion. Thank you for bringing it to my notice

  6. Srivalli says

    March 14, 2022 at 12:02 pm

    5 stars
    Wow these Aloo tikkis look so yummy!..I would love this stuffed like a sandwich with a slice of cheese oozing out…that would be out of the world!..your pictures are stunning Anusha..

    Reply
  7. Radha says

    March 13, 2022 at 11:35 pm

    5 stars
    Great tikkis! The pictures look inviting! Aloo tikki is loved here and would love to try this air fryer version. Thanks for sharing a detailed recipe.

    Reply
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