" Air Fryer Rajma Paneer Burger"
Rajma Paneer Burger: master this flavorful and crispy vegetarian burger in your air fryer. Perfect for a healthy, quick, and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups soaked rajma
- ½ cup paneer
- ¼ cup grated beetroot
- ¼ cup grated carrots
- ½ cup finely chopped onions
- 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin powder
- ¼ teaspoon amchur powder
- 1 tablespoon pav bhaji masala
- Cornflour
- Crushed cornflakes
Instructions
- Add soaked Rajma and 2 ½ cups of water to a pressure cooker and cook on high until the first whistle. Reduce heat to low and cook for 17 minutes until the rajma is well-cooked. Allow it to depressurize naturally. Drain the rajma thoroughly to remove all water.
- Transfer the cooked rajma to a bowl and mash it roughly by hand. Add the paneer, beetroot, carrots, onions, ginger garlic paste, coriander powder, cumin powder, amchur powder, and pav bhaji masala. Mix all ingredients well. Form the mixture into 6-8 patties.
- In a separate bowl, combine cornflour, ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons of water, and ¼ teaspoon of salt to create a thin slurry. Place crushed cornflakes on a plate or wide bowl. Dip each patty into the cornflour slurry, then roll it in the crushed cornflakes until fully coated. Transfer the breaded patties to a plate.
- Refrigerate the breaded patties for at least 30 minutes to allow the coating to firm up, preventing disintegration during frying.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the patties with oil.
- Air fry the patties for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- For the perfect texture, ensure your cooked rajma is well-drained. Excess moisture can make the patties too soft and difficult to handle. I found that letting it sit in a colander for an extra 10 minutes makes a big difference.
- When forming patties, make sure they are uniform in thickness to ensure even cooking in the air fryer. A thicker patty might require a few extra minutes.
- If your cornflake coating isn't sticking, try pressing the crushed cornflakes firmly onto the patty. The refrigeration step is crucial; it helps the coating adhere and prevents it from falling off during cooking. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- When forming patties, make sure they are uniform in thickness to ensure even cooking in the air fryer. A thicker patty might require a few extra minutes.
- If your cornflake coating isn't sticking, try pressing the crushed cornflakes firmly onto the patty. The refrigeration step is crucial; it helps the coating adhere and prevents it from falling off during cooking. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.