Vegetable and Paneer Lollipops - Nuggets | Mixed Vegetable Lollipops In Air Fryer

Vegetable and Paneer Lollipops - Nuggets 

Mixed Vegetable Lollipops In Air Fryer - Baked Veg Lollipop Starter

Mixed vegetables and paneer lollipops make a great appetizer or  snack. These healthy air fryer or baked lollipops are loaded with vegetables and paneer ( Indian cottage cheese) along with zesty spices. This is a great snack for kids and parties which not only looks attractive but also tastes great with the goodness of vegetables and paneer.

Makes 16 

2 large/ 1.5 cups  - Cooked & grated potatoes* 
1 cup  - Finely shredded cabbage 
1 medium/ 3/4 cup  - Steamed & shredded beets  
1/3 cup  - Green pepper/capsicum 
1 cup - Grated paneer or Extra firm Tofu                   
1/2 cup - Chopped onion              
3 tablespoons - Cooking oil (divided use)    
2 - Chopped green  chillies  (or to taste)                     
1 teaspoon  - Minced ginger                                     
1 tablespoon - Minced garlic                                         
Salt  To taste              
1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)  - Red chili powder                      
1/2 teaspoon    - Chaat masala                     
1 teaspoon - Garam masala 
1/2 cup(divided use)  -  Bread or poha crumbs*                
1/4 cup   - Fresh cilantro             
10 - Mini breadsticks , cut into 3 inch pieces

Notes: 

* Potatoes: Refrigerate for 1 hour after cooking and then grate to avoid sticky potatoes.
* I have used homemade whole wheat bread crumbs.
* If you wish to deep fry then additional oil for frying will be required.
*Check out my homemade paneer recipes here: Instant Pot Paneer or Traditional Paneer Recipe

Step by step video recipe:

Method

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan. Add ginger, garlic and onions  and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add chopped green pepper and chillies. Cook for 1-2 minutes and set aside to cool.

2. In a mixing bowl, add  grated potatoes, paneer, cabbage and beets. Add the seasonings, spices and sautéed vegetables. Combine together. Add 4-5 tablespoons of bread or poha crumbs to bind. Add fresh coriander/ cilantro.  

3. Divide the mini breadstick into 3 inch pieces.Divide the dough into equal potions. Roll into a ball, slightly flatten, roll in bread crumbs and insert the breadstick. Brush the baking tray and veg. lollipops with oil. 

4. To Air Fry:  Pre-heat air fryer at 350ºF(175ºC).  Air fry/ bake for 20 minutes. Turn over halfway in the cooking process for even cooking. Baking time may depending on the air fryer.

5. To Bake in oven:  Pre-heat oven at 375ºF(190ºC).  Bake  for 20-25 minutes. Turn over halfway  in the cooking process for even cooking. Baking time may depending on the oven.

6. To Fry : Heat oil in a pan to 350ºF(175ºC). Drop the prepared lollipop into hot oil carefully. Fry until golden an evenly cooked.

4. Serve with green chutney or ketchup.