Fish Tikka
A short home-style guide to Fish Tikka, with steps for the usual way and for the air fryer. Basics like salt, oil, haldi, red chilli, cumin, garam masala, ginger-garlic, vinegar, chilli sauce and ketchup are assumed.
Ingredients
- Fish (Machhli)No fish? Use prawns or chicken.
- Yogurt (Dahi)No yogurt? Use milk with 1 tsp lemon juice, rested 10 minutes.
On the grill
- Marinate fish cubes in yogurt, ajwain and tandoori spices for 30 minutes, then grill or bake until just cooked.
In the air fryer (about 30 min)
- Marinate fish cubes in yogurt, ajwain and tandoori spices for 30 minutes.
- Air fry at 200°C for 8 to 10 minutes, turning gently halfway, until just cooked.
Air fryer tip: Use a firm fish and a paper liner so the pieces don't stick or break.
Air fryer basics: Heat the air fryer for 3 to 5 minutes first. Don't fill the basket more than halfway. Brush or spray a little oil. Turn or shake halfway. Use paper liners with holes. Air fryers vary, so check a few minutes early the first time.