Air Fryer Kala Chana Kabab Recipe

17 Jul Air Fryer Kala Chana Kabab Recipe

Last Updated on July 17, 2023 by blessmyfoodbypayal

Air Fryer Kala chana kabab recipe with step wise pictorial and video method.

Kala Chana Kabab or also called as vegetarian shami kabab is a delicious and nutritious plant-based appetizer or snack that is popular in Indian cuisine.

Vegan shami kabab is a twist on the traditional South Asian dish called shami kabab which is typically made with minced meat and the aromatic spices. The primary ingredient i.e. meat is replaced with protein-rich legumes like chickpeas or red kidney beans while retaining the authentic flavors. These legumes are soaked, boiled, and then blended to create a coarse texture that imitate the texture of minced meat.

The present recipe is made with the black chickpeas, called as kala Chana in Hindi. Alongwith chickpeas, various aromatic ingredients like ginger, garlic, onions and a blend of ground spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and chili powder are added to the mixture. Fresh herbs like cilantro/coriander or mint can also be included for added freshness. Binding agents such as boiled and mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs or chickpea flour (besan) are used to hold the mixture together, so that kababs can maintain their shape. However we have added roasted gram flour for the purpose.

When it comes to cooking method, they are generally deep or shallow fried, resulting in crispy, golden-brown exteriors. But to keep their healthy portion intact, we have made them in Air Fryer and oven as well, which offered a healthier alternative while retaining the delicious flavors.

This mouthwatering kabab is a popular appetizer or snack in many Indian households and is loved for its crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. These are not only delicious but also a great way to incorporate plant-based protein into your diet.  These kababs are often served as an appetizer accompanied by a mint chutney, ketchup or any dip of your choice. They are a perfect choice for parties, gatherings, or simply as a wholesome and satisfying snack any time of the day. You can even use them as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Overall, Kala chana kababs or Shami kababs are a wonderful combination of taste, texture, and nutrition, making them a delightful addition to any vegan or vegetarian meal repertoire.

STEP WISE PICTORIAL RECIPE OF AIR FRYER KALA CHANA KABAB RECIPE

1.Wash and soak 1 cup of black chickpeas overnight or for 8-9 hours.

2. After the said period, drain the water from the chickpeas and put them in pressure cooker with 3 cup water and 1/4 tsp salt.

3. Pressure cook for 5 whistles. If you don’t have pressure cooker, you can boil the chickpeas in pan with a lid or the way you want.

4. After the pressure is released from pressure cooker, open the lid and take out the chickpeas and let them cool completely. Do not discard the water in which chickpeas were boiled as that is consumable.

5. Transfer the chickpeas in blender along with boiled chickpeas, 1 onion, small piece of ginger, 3-4 garlic cloves, 2 green chilies, 1 tsp roasted cumin seeds, 2 tbsp roasted gram flour, red chilli powder to taste, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 2 tbsp mint leaves (fresh or dry), handful of coriander leaves (with stems), juice of one lemon and salt to taste.

6. Grind the ingredients to a coarse paste.

7. Bring out the paste in a bowl.

8. Add 2 tbsp oil and mix. You need not to  add oil if going to fry kabab in oil.

9. Take a portion of dough and shape it into a kabab or patties.

10. Put the kabab in greased air Fryer basket. Alternatively you can shallow fry them.

11. Brush them with oil both the sides.

12. Air fry @160°C for 15 minutes or until the kababs turn brown and crisp.

13. Also these kababs can be baked in pre-heated oven @180°C for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crisp.

Serve hot with a dip of your choice.

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AIR FRYER KALA CHANA KABAB RECIPE – RECIPE CARD

Air Fryer Kala chana kabab recipe

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Kala Chana Kabab or also called as vegetarian shami kabab is a delicious and nutritious plant-based appetizer or snack made with black chickpeas and spices.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Indian

Servings 16 Kababs

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

  

FOR BOILING CHICKPEAS

• 1 cup Black Chickpea/kala chana
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 cup water

FOR MAKING KABABS

• Boiled chickpeas
• 1 onion
• Small piece of ginger
• 3-4 garlic cloves
• 2 green chilies
• 1 tsp roasted cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp roasted gram flour
• Red chilli powder to taste
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
• 2 tbsp mint leaves (fresh or dry)
• Handful of coriander leaves (with stems)
• Juice of one lemon
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

 

• Wash and soak 1 cup of black chickpeas overnight or for 8-9 hours.
• After the said period, drain the water from the chickpeas and put them in pressure cooker with 3 cup water and 1/4 tsp salt.
• Pressure cook for 5 whistles. If you don't have pressure cooker, you can boil the chickpeas in pan with a lid or the way you want.
• After the pressure is released from pressure cooker, open the lid and take out the chickpeas and let them cool completely. Do not discard the water in which chickpeas were boiled as that is consumable.
• Transfer the chickpeas in blender along with boiled chickpeas, 1 onion, small piece of ginger, 3-4 garlic cloves, 2 green chilies, 1 tsp roasted cumin seeds, 2 tbsp roasted gram flour, red chilli powder to taste, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 2 tbsp mint leaves (fresh or dry), handful of coriander leaves (with stems), juice of one lemon and salt to taste.
• Grind the ingredients to a coarse paste.
• Bring out the paste in a bowl.
• Add 2 tbsp oil and mix. You need not to add oil if going to fry kabab in oil.
• Take a portion of dough and shape it into a kabab or patties.
• Put the kabab in greased air Fryer basket. Alternatively you can shallow fry them.
• Brush them with oil both the sides.
• Air fry @160°C for 15 minutes or until the kababs turn brown and crisp.
• Also these kababs can be baked in pre-heated oven @180°C for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crisp.
• Serve hot with a dip of your choice.

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