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Cooking the Iftar meal during the month-long period of Ramadan has become a very conscious affair that most times eliminates heavy, oil-laden meals to instead opt for low-calorie options. Gluten free recipes are among such lighter meals that deliver on flavour and crunch, while remaining quite rooted in the traditional nuance. Use USHA's Air Fryer to prepare easy air fryer, gluten-free snacks during this period which are perfect for a quick Iftar spread, while simultaneously cutting down on the excess oil used for deep-frying many of these foods.
Air Fryer Chicken Seekh Kebabs
Flavourful, gluten-free and rich in protein, this air fryer kebab variation is perfect for your Iftar spread. Flavour minced chicken with ginger-garlic paste, green chillies, coriander and garam masala to prepare these medium-spicy snacks. Brush the gluten-free air fryer snacks lightly with butter or oil and toss them in this handy kitchen appliance. Serve with freshly-made mint chutney and diced onion rings during the Iftar meal.
Crispy Air Fryer Sabudana Vada
For those who prefer vegetarian gluten free air fryer snacks, these crispy vadas made out of sabudana or sago can be an interesting option. Prepare a mixture of soaked sabudana and crushed peanuts that is seasoned with red chilli powder, cumin and coriander powders, salt and some fresh, chopped coriander. Make round vadas or flat tikkis depending upon your preferences. Coat them in a thin layer of oil and arrange in the air fryer. Serve this version of an air fryer tikki warm with a side of cold curd and chopped cucumbers.
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Air Fryer Paneer Tikka
When it comes to choosing gluten free snacks for Ramadan, one recipe which bags the top spot is a simple, protein-rich paneer tikka. Marinate the paneer in a curd-based paste seasoned with assorted spices like cumin and coriander powder, red chilli powder and garam masala. Let the paneer rest for a few minutes before putting it in the air fryer. The paneer will acquire a nice golden hue and a little bit of a char, especially if your air fryer has the griller function. Paneer tikka can also be a good alternative for healthy ramadan cooking.
Spiced Sweet Potato Fries
Another vegetarian option which can be included in the roster of air fryer recipes for Iftar is fries made using sweet potatoes. Low on calories and on oil too, when prepared in the air fryer, sweet potato fries can be go-to appetisers which add a crunchy textural flourish to your meal. Once the warm fries are brought out of the air fryer, sprinkle some salt and smoked paprika or peri peri over them for that spicy touch. The gluten-free snack will bring an unexpectedly mouthwatering note into your Iftar meal. Serve them warm with mint chutney and a side of garlic dip made with curd, for a flavour lift.
Air Fryer Masala Corn
A sweet, spicy and lipsmacking gluten-free snack that can accompany the heavier spread of kebabs, curries, naans and rotis with its fresh touch and crispy quality, air fryer masala corn can be a quick, efficient and easy snack for your Iftar spread. Just place boiled sweet corn that has been tossed in butter, chaat masala, chilli powder and lime juice in the air fryer. The resulting treat will be a spicy, crisp snack which can be popped in the mouth for a crunchy textural shift in between bites of kebabs and pulaos. Tossing the corn in the air fryer for just about 8-10 minutes is enough to lend it a light roasted, crispy effect. Garnish the masala corn with coriander and chaat masala for more flavour.
