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Oil-Free Paneer Tikka in Air Fryer
The late afternoon sun filtered gently through Dadi’s kitchen window, casting a golden glow on the marinated paneer cubes.“Arre Chotu, Chutki! Aaj tumhare liye ek khaas cheez ban rahi hai – Oil-Free Paneer Tikka!” Dadi announced, her eyes twinkling behind her specs. Chutki peeked over the counter, “Dadi, tikka without oil? Kaise banega?”Dadi chuckled, “Bas dekhte jao… aur seekh lo. Air fryer mein sab kuch possible hai.” Coopie, the ever-curious golden retriever, sat by the door, tail wagging slowly, nose catching the tempting aroma of the spices. Chotu carefully helped Dadi thread the marinated paneer and veggies onto skewers, sneaking in questions about each spice. As the air fryer hummed…
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Bajra-Methi Pakoras (Air-Fried)
Garam Pakore aur Baarish ki Khushboo It had rained all morning. The kind of rain that made the whole house smell like mitti and memories. “Dadi! Baarish ho rahi hai!” Chotu and Choti shouted from the verandah, their noses pressed to the glass. Dadi, wrapped in her soft cotton shawl, was already one step ahead. “Baarish aur kuch garam garam pakore na ho? Hain Coopie?” she said, giving the golden fluffball a pat. But unlike the old days, Dadi had her ways. No oil, no mess. Just her trusty air fryer and a big bowl of bajra, fresh methi leaves, and warm masalas. Soon, the kitchen was filled with the…
