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15+ Easy Air Fryer Indian Recipes

Published April 22, 2022 Updated May 10, 2022 By Meeta Arora 1 Comment | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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15+ air fryer Indian Recipes

Who doesn't love easy, flavorful, and healthy recipes? An air fryer lets you make food with less oil. This collection of Air Fryer Indian Recipes has plenty of choices for appetizers, main course and side dishes that are extremely flavorful!

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Indian food has been growing in popularity all over the world. Why wouldn't it? It is so flavorful and healthy, with all the wonderful spices, and a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Indian cooking can sometimes be elaborate and take a lot of time. What I love about the air fryer is that most of the cooking is hands-free and does not need my active attention. With so much less time, all you have to do is season the meats or veggies and put it in the air fryer. Then relax or do other things while your food gets cooked.

You won't believe there are so many things you can cook in the air fryer, from main to sides from dessert to snack everything with so much less oil. And they all taste amazing.

Air fryer is great to cook vegetarian food, as well as chicken and seafood. Here you can find my collection of 20+ vegetarian air fryer recipes.

Let's look at some of the Best Indian Air Fryer Vegetarian Recipes:

Aloo Gobi

Indian Roasted Aloo Gobi (Potatoes and Cauliflower) in a bowl

Aloo Gobi is one of the most loved North Indian side dish. It is not onlu popular to order at restaurants, but also something that is made frequently by home cooks.

This Roasted Aloo Gobi is so good! All you need to do is toss cauliflower and potatoes in spices, and roast in the air-fryer or oven, and you have the perfect Indian veggie dish. No mushy cauliflower and takes less than 20 minutes to put together!

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Tandoori Aloo Tikka

Tandoori aloo tikka on skewers in a platter

Baby potatoes are marinated in a delightful combination of yogurt and spices, then threaded to skewers and cooked in the air fryer to create this heavenly appetizer.

You can make these potatoes without the skewers too. They are perfect for a vegetarian tandoori starter.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza

Tanddori Paneer Naan Pizza Air Fryer Oven

Who doesn't love a good pizza? And this quick and easy version using naan as a base is amazing. Vegetarian, easy, and convenient.

Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza is made with marinated paneer, red peppers, onions, and grape tomatoes. Vary it with toppings of your choice.

This is a delicious and quick fusion pizza for the times when you are craving pizza!

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Vada Pav

Vada Pav Air Fryer

This Vada Pav is the humble street food of Mumbai. A fried potato fritter is stuffed in between dinner rolls, along with sweet and spicy sauces or chutney.

Now with this air fryer version to make the vada, you can skip the deep frying and enjoy homemade Vada Pav even on a weekday!

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Paneer Puff

Paneer Puff Pastry Turnovers Air Fryer Oven Main 4.3

These Paneer Puffs have a flaky golden crust and are filled with spicy flavorful paneer.

You can buy puff pastry sheets and just add your favorite filling - potatoes, ground meat, paneer, or cheese.

A perfect easy appetizer for a party that can be prepared ahead of time. So easy and delicious with chai!  

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Spicy Corn on the Cob

Spicy grilled corn on the Cobb in a plate with a lime

This grilled Air Fryer Corn on the Cob is so easy to make and so good!

It is one of our favorite summer treats. It takes minimal effort and everyone loves it. Spice it up the way you like, and enjoy it as an appetizer, snack, or side!

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Mawa Gujiya

Mawa gujiya in a pretty place with holi colors spread around

Mawa Gujiya is an authentic Indian sweet fried dumpling, with a crispy flaky crust filled with a mixture of mawa (milk solids), nuts, and coconut.

It is easy to make, but takes time and patience. Hence this delicious treat made during special occasions such as the festivals of Holi and Diwali.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Samosa Jalapeno Poppers

Indian cheesy samosa jalapeno poppers with tamarind chutney

Cheesy Samosa Jalapeno Poppers is an Indian fusion twist to the favorite party appetizer.

These Samosa jalapeno poppers have a spicy potato and peas filling. And jalapeños are spicy, so this appetizer has a wonderful spice kick. 

This is a vegetarian and gluten-free version made in the air fryer for samosa lovers.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Bharwa Bhindi (Stuffed Okra)

Bharwan Bhindi (Stuffed Okra) served in a plate with lemon wedges and the stuffed spices on the side.

Bharwa Bhindi, which means Stuffed Okra is a popular Indian side dish where the okra is stuffed with spicy & tangy masala filling.

This vegan & gluten-free dish is a perfect side with Indian roti or paratha, or even great to enjoy as an appetizer.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Roasted Cauliflower with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

Roasted cauliflower topped with green cilantro sauce

This Air Fryer Cauliflower seasoned with spices is so easy to make and amazingly delicious topped with the popular Indian cilantro yogurt sauce.

Enjoy it as a wonderful low carb side dish or appetizer.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Bharwan Baingan (Stuffed Eggplant)

Air Fryer Stuffed Eggplant. Bharwan Baingan

Baby Eggplants stuffed with flavorful and aromatic spices cooked in very little oil in the Air Fryer. A quick and delicious way to enjoy eggplants! 

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Kurkuri Bhindi

Kurkuri Bhindi, crispy bhindi fry served with green chutney

Kukuri Bhindi, called Kurmure Bhendi Bhaja in Bengali, is sliced okra coated in spices and fried until crunchy.  

This crispy fried okra is so good, you cannot stop eating it! It is perfect to enjoy as an appetizer or side dish.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Tandoori Gobi

Crispy Tandoori Gobi made in the air fryer served with chutney

Tandoori Gobi in the air fryer is a great snack or appetizer.  A North Indian favorite, nutritious with no oil and easy to prepare. 

When the meat eaters enjoy Tandoori Chicken, the vegetarians at the party can enjoy this crispy Tandoori Gobi with green chutney. 

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Crispy Arbi (Taro Fries)

Taro fries in a bowl with a cilantro dip

These Taro Fries (Crispy Arbi) made in Air Fryer are so easy, and delicious. They are a great variation in taste and nutrition to potato french fries. A perfect snack or side with a cilantro dip!

Arbi Fry is a popular dish in India. However this version skips the deep frying to make the same Crispy Arbi in the air fryer.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Plantain Chips

roasted air fryer plantains

These Air Fryer Plantains are a perfect side dish or snack.

Made in the air fryer for a healthier version with much less calories compared to the traditional fried plantains.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Below are the most popular Indian Chicken Air Fryer recipes:

Tandoori Chicken Wings

Indian style Tandoori chicken wings served in a platter with a dip and lemon wedges

These smoky Tandoori chicken wings, marinated in Indian spices and yogurt and grilled to perfection, will blow your mind away!

They are easy to prep ahead of time. Marinate the chicken wings the day before, and just air fry them when ready to serve.

The wings are succulent and juicy on the interior and crispy on the outside. Enjoy them with the Indian green chutney.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Chicken Tikka Kebab

Chicken Tikka Kebab garnished with onions and green chutney on side

Chicken tikka kebab is one of the most favorite Indian appetizer. It starts with chicken pieces marinated in yogurt along with lime juice and aromatic spices, then threaded onto skewers and cooked to create a delicious appetizer.

Don't be daunted by the list of spices used in the marinade, this kebab is super easy to make in the air fryer. It is also a great one to include it in your meal prep for the week! 

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Chili Chicken

Crispy Saucy Chilli Chicken piece in chopsticks

Make restaurant-style Chilli Chicken at home. It is crispy and flavorful, just like what the indo-chinese street vendors.

Boneless chicken is marinated in chinese sauces, fried until crispy, this is stir fried with lots of ginger, garlic, onions, bell peppers and sauces.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori Chicken Air Fryer

A flavor-packed spicy dish from the Indian subcontinent popular all over the world. Even though this sounds exotic, it is actually super easy to make tandoori chicken.

Chicken is marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, spices, and lemon juice, then grilled in the air fryer. This recipe is also low carb and keto-friendly. 

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RECIPE

I hope you add these recipes to your menu. Let me know what you are most excited to make for game day this year, and when you make it, don't forget to tag #pipingpotcurry.

You might also enjoy this collection of 20+ Air Fryer Vegetarian Recipes.

15+ air fryer Indian Recipes

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  1. Julie white says

    September 20, 2021 at 7:30 am

    Very nice. I haven’t used yet my new air fryer so good recipes to have a.go😀

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