Crispy Potato Cheese Balls in Airfryer | Cheesy Snack Without Deep Frying | Easy Veg Starter

Описание: Make crispy outside, gooey inside Potato Cheese Balls using an air fryer with minimal oil.
These cheesy bites are perfect for parties, kids’ snacks, or evening cravings—no deep frying needed! 🧀🥔✨

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Ingredients
• Boiled potatoes – mashed
• Grated cheese
• Salt – as per taste
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Peri peri powder – to taste
• Oregano – ½ tsp
• Red chilli flakes – to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves – finely chopped

For Coating
• Corn flour
• Water (to make slurry)
• Bread crumbs

Other
• Oil – for brushing
• Mayonnaise – for serving

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Method
• In a mixing bowl, add mashed potatoes and grated cheese.
• Add salt, onion powder, garlic powder, peri peri powder, oregano, chilli flakes, and coriander leaves.
• Mix everything well to form a smooth mixture.
• Shape the mixture into round balls.
• Prepare a corn flour slurry using corn flour and water.
• Dip each ball into the slurry, then coat evenly with bread crumbs.
• Preheat the air fryer at 200°C for 5 minutes.
• Arrange the balls in the air fryer basket and brush lightly with oil.
• Air fry at 200°C for 10 minutes, flipping halfway.
• Cook until golden and crispy.
• Serve hot with mayonnaise.

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Tips & Tricks
• Use firm boiled potatoes to avoid soggy mixture.
• Chill the shaped balls for 10 minutes before coating for better shape.
• For extra cheesiness, use mozzarella or cheddar.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
• Spray oil instead of brushing for even browning.
• Adjust spice level for kids by reducing peri peri and chilli flakes.