7 Crispy Air Fryer Samosa Recipes for a Light Iftar Treat

People normally associate samosas with their deep-fried crispy perfection. The crunchy samosa together with its spicy fillings stands as an absolute necessity during Iftar. 

You can now experience a similar crispy samosa texture by using a different method that reduces the oil content. Air fryer samosas deliver the same wonderful crunch of deep-fried samosas but with half the oil so they become a healthier option than you could have imagined.

Read on because I have quite a unique perspective to share. Air fryer is an essential kitchen tool which creates perfectly crisp samosas with no guilt. 

Learn these seven air fryer samosa recipes using potato-peas and keema and cheese and chowmein fillings to entirely reinvent how you experience Iftar snacks.

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1. Classic Potato and Peas Samosa

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No samosa list is complete without the traditional potato and peas filling. The combination of fluffy mashed potatoes, sweet green peas, and aromatic spices creates a comforting and flavorful bite.

Ingredients:

• 2 large potatoes (boiled and mashed)
• ½ cup green peas (boiled)
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp oil
• Ready-to-use samosa sheets or homemade dough

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
2. Add mashed potatoes, peas, and spices. Mix well.
3. Turn off the heat, add lemon juice and coriander leaves. Let it cool.
4. Fill samosa sheets with the mixture, seal the edges with water.
5. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Brush samosas with oil and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
6. Serve hot with mint chutney.

2. Chicken Keema Samosa

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For meat lovers, chicken keema samosa is a must-try. The juicy, spiced minced chicken filling wrapped in crispy pastry is irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 250g minced chicken
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp oil
• Samosa sheets

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until golden brown.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
3. Add minced chicken and spices. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and dry.
4. Allow it to cool, then fill the samosa sheets and seal.
5. Air fry at 180°C for 12-15 minutes, flipping once.
6. Serve with tamarind chutney.

3. Paneer Samosa

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A great vegetarian option with a twist! Paneer samosas are rich, creamy, and protein-packed.

Ingredients:

• 200g paneer (crumbled)
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• ½ tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp black pepper powder
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• Samosa sheets

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions.
2. Add crumbled paneer and spices. Mix well.
3. Remove from heat and let it cool.
4. Stuff the mixture into samosa sheets and seal.
5. Air fry at 180°C for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
6. Serve with yogurt dip.

4. Corn and Cheese Samosa

A perfect blend of sweet corn and gooey cheese, this samosa is a kid-friendly delight.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup boiled sweet corn
• ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• Samosa sheets

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Fill samosa sheets and seal tightly.
3. Air fry at 180°C for 10-12 minutes until crispy.
4. Serve hot with ketchup.

5. Mutton Keema Samosa

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A robust and meaty variation, mutton keema samosa is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 250g minced mutton
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• ½ tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp oil
• Samosa sheets

Instructions:

1. Cook mutton keema with spices and let it dry.
2. Let it cool, then fill and fold the samosas.
3. Air fry at 180°C for 12-15 minutes, flipping once.
4. Serve with mint chutney.

6. Cheese and Chicken Samosa

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A fusion of creamy cheese and spiced chicken for the ultimate indulgence.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
• ½ cup shredded cheese
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp oregano
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• Samosa sheets

Instructions:

1. Mix ingredients well.
2. Fill samosas and seal the edges.
3. Air fry at 180°C for 10-12 minutes.
4. Serve hot.

7. Chowmein Samosa

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A delightful Indo-Chinese twist!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked noodles
• ½ cup shredded cabbage
• ½ cup julienned carrots
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp chili sauce
• Samosa sheets

Instructions:

1. Mix noodles with vegetables and sauces.
2. Fill samosas and seal.
3. Air fry at 180°C for 10-12 minutes.
4. Serve with schezwan sauce.

Why You Need an Air Fryer for Your Iftar Treats

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Deep-frying in traditional kitchens requires the use of excessive amounts of oil as well as many unwanted calories. Air Fryer enables you to create perfectly crunchy samosas using only 20% of the oil that traditional samosa preparation requires. Hot air circulation in the device creates balanced cooking conditions that duplicate restaurant samosa crunches inside your home kitchen.

Benefits of Glen India Air Fryer:

• Oil-Free Cooking: Enjoy crispy snacks without excess oil.
• Faster Cooking: The device cooks meals rapidly, which makes it ideal for Iftar preparation.
• Even Crispiness: Ensures consistent results every time.
• Easy Cleanup: Hassle-free maintenance.

Experience guilt-free crispy samosas this Iftar by using Glen India’s Air Fryer and enjoying delicious treats that are also healthy to your body.

Conclusion

The seven samosa recipes created for an air fryer bring you a fulfilling Iftar experience that combines flavors with lightness while maintaining superior taste quality. Your family will love this wholesome Ramadan treat when you try these recipes which allow you to mix different fillings.

If you are looking for good quality kitchen appliances then you should definitely go for Glen appliances. They provide a wide range of air fryers according to your requirements.