Crispy Air Fried Chana Dal Nuggets With Spicy Mint Dip Recipe

Indian cuisine · 187 calories

Crispy Air Fried Chana Dal Nuggets with Spicy Mint Dip recipe

About this recipe

If you're craving a snack that's both healthy and satisfying, these crispy air-fried chana dal nuggets with a spicy mint dip are your perfect choice. Blending the nutty flavors of chana dal with aromatic spices like cumin and turmeric, these nuggets are air-fried to golden perfection, making them a guilt-free delight. The mint dip, with its zesty freshness from lemon and yogurt, complements the crispy nuggets beautifully. Packed with 18g of protein and rich in fiber, this snack not only satisfies your hunger but also supports your health goals. Easy to prepare and brimming with authentic Indian flavors, these nuggets make an excellent choice for a midday snack or a light evening treat. Serve them fresh out of the air fryer and watch them disappear in no time!

Ingredients

  • 500 g Chana Dal
  • 1 pack (500 g) Bhagyalakshmi Rice Flour
  • loose Ginger
  • 100 g Garlic - Single Clove
  • medium Chilli Green Long
  • 1 Bunch Coriander Leaves ( Kottambari Soppu )
  • 100 g Popular Essentials Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
  • 20 g Turmeric Powder
  • - Red Chilli Powder
  • 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised
  • 200 ml Mustard Oil
  • 1 Bunch Mint Leaves (Pudina)
  • - Milky Mist Skyr Plain Yogurt
  • 250 ml Keya Lemon Juice

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse and soak the chana dal in water for 3-4 hours or until softened.
  2. 2. Drain the dal and blend it coarsely with ginger, garlic, and green chilies.
  3. 3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and mix in rice flour, cumin seeds, turmeric, red chili powder, chopped coriander leaves, and salt.
  4. 4. Shape the mixture into small nuggets or patties using your hands.
  5. 5. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C and lightly grease the basket with oil.
  6. 6. Place the nuggets in the air fryer, ensuring they are not overcrowded, and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. 7. While the nuggets are cooking, prepare the mint dip by blending mint leaves, yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  8. 8. Once the nuggets are golden and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool slightly.
  9. 9. Serve the nuggets warm with the spicy mint dip on the side for a flavorful snack.