The Best Air Fryer Recipes for New Year Gatherings

Celebrate the new year with great meals, friends, and family — because laughter and good food are at the heart of New Year festivities. 

However, traditional party food can often be calorie-dense, leaving you sluggish. What if you could enjoy your favorite snacks and meals without the guilt?

Enter the air fryer! Air fryers have revolutionized cooking by allowing you to make crispy, delicious foods with up to 80% less oil than traditional frying. 

Perfect for healthier meals, they’re a host’s best friend for throwing a guilt-free New Year’s party.

Let’s dive in!

Why Use an Air Fryer for Your New Year Parties?

Credits: Glen India

Before diving into recipes, let’s discuss why an air fryer is a must-have for New Year gatherings:

• Easier Cooking: Use minimal oil while enjoying your favorite fried treats.
• Quick and Clean: Air frying is faster and less messy than traditional frying.
• Versatile: From frying to roasting, grilling, and baking, an air fryer can do it all.
• Efficient: Lightweight, easy to clean, and a time-saver in the kitchen.

Appetizers: Start Your Party Right

1. Crispy Air-Fried Mozzarella Sticks

Credits: Glen India

Ingredients:

• 12 mozzarella cheese sticks
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Freeze mozzarella sticks for 1-2 hours.
2. Prepare a breading station with separate bowls for flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder.
3. Coat each cheese stick in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 180°C. Place sticks in the basket, lightly spray with cooking spray, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy.
5. Serve with marinara sauce for guilt-free indulgence!

Tip: For smaller gatherings, use the Digital Air Fryer, 3.5L, ideal for quick, small batches.

2. Air-Fried Samosas

Ingredients:

• 2 cups boiled and peeled potatoes
• 1 cup green peas (cooked)
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• Salt to taste
• 12 samosa pastry sheets
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them sizzle. Add mashed potatoes, peas, garam masala, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes.
2. Let the filling cool, then fill samosa sheets and fold.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C. Arrange samosas in the basket, spray lightly with cooking spray, and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning once.

Tip: The Electric Air Fryer, 2.8L, is perfect for snacks like samosas.

Main Course: Impress with Air-Fried Delights

3. Juicy Air-Fried Tandoori Chicken

Credits: Glen India

Ingredients:

• 6 chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp tandoori masala
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken drumsticks with yogurt, spices, lemon juice, and salt. Let it rest for 2 hours.
2. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C. Arrange drumsticks in the basket and cook for 20-25 minutes, turning once.
3. Drizzle with melted butter or ghee and serve with mint chutney and onion rings.

Desserts: Sweet Endings

4. Air-Fried Churros

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 2 cups sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Heat water, butter, and sugar in a pot. Add flour and stir until dough forms.
2. Once cooled, stir in the egg to create a batter. Pipe the batter into strips.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C. Cook churros for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
4. Roll in cinnamon sugar and serve with chocolate sauce.

Tip: The Digital Air Fryer, 12L, is perfect for making large dessert batches.

Tip of the Week: Throw the Healthiest Party Yet!

Credits: Glen India

These air fryer recipes will help you craft a menu that’s delicious, healthy, and sure to wow your guests. Whether frying, roasting, or baking, Glen India’s air fryers make cooking fun and effortless. 

Start the year on a healthier, tastier note. Explore Glen India’s catalog and find the perfect air fryer for your kitchen today. 

Welcome to a healthier, yummier New Year!