Palak Paneer Pakoda

Ingredients
	•	2 cups chopped spinach
	•	1 cup mashed potatoes
	•	1/2 cup chopped onions
	•	200 g chopped paneer
	•	2 tbsp green chilli–ginger–garlic paste
	•	1/2 cup besan (if frying in a pan, add 1/4 cup extra)
	•	1/2 tsp baking soda (if frying in a pan, use only 1/4 tsp)
	•	1 tsp crushed peppercorns
	•	1 tbsp chaat masala
	•	1 tbsp chilli flakes
	•	Salt to taste
	•	1–2 tbsp oil
	•	3 tbsp sesame seeds
	•	No water

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Directions
	1.	Preheat Air Fryer
Preheat the air fryer at 370°F for 6 minutes.
	2.	Mix the Batter
In a bowl, combine chopped spinach, mashed potatoes, chopped onions, paneer, green chilli–ginger–garlic paste, besan, baking soda, crushed peppercorns, chaat masala, chilli flakes, salt, oil, and sesame seeds.
Mix well using your hands. Do not add water.
	3.	Air Frying Method
	•	Air fry at 380°F for 7 minutes.
	•	Then increase temperature and air fry at 400°F for 3 minutes for crispiness.
	4.	Stovetop Method
Shallow fry in a pan or deep fry in a wok on medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
	5.	Important Note
Air frying time can vary depending on the air fryer model.
	•	Keep an eye on them, especially if making for the first time.
	•	If not done in 10 minutes, continue air frying 1 minute at a time until cooked.