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Savory Paneer Puff Pastry Turnovers - Air Fryer
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Savory Paneer Puff Pastry Turnovers - Air Fryer

These Savory Paneer Puff Pastry Turnovers feature a spiced paneer filling enclosed in flaky puff pastry squares, cooked for a golden, crisp finish. The filling combines paneer, cumin, onion, tomato, and warming spices creating both a flavorful and textured interior. The turnovers are air fried or baked until the crust is puffed and golden, making a convenient snack or appetizer.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 355 kcal
Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 6 quares puff pastry
  • 1 egg to brush for a glaze, white
  • 1 teaspoon nigella seeds optional, aka Kalonji
For Paneer Filling:
  • 200 gm paneer mashed or cubed (homemade or store bought, or cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon ghee or oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds aka Jeera
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 1 tomato diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder ground, aka Haldi powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste, or red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala adjust to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Paneer Filling:
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  1. Remove the frozen puff pastry sheets from the freezer and let them thaw while you prepare the filling. 
  2. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds to it. When the seeds start to change color in about 30 seconds, add the diced onions. Cook the onions for 3-4 minutes stirring frequently till they start to turn golden brown.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes. Cook them for 3-4 minutes, until they form a thick mixture with the onions. 
  4. Add the salt, turmeric, red chili powder and garam masala. Mix well. 
  5. Add the paneer and mix with the onion tomato masala.  Cook for 3 minutes until the paneer becomes soft. 
  6. The paneer filling is ready.  You can also enjoy this as paneer bhurji or scramble along with roti or naan. 
Prepare the Puff Pastry:
  1. If baking in oven, preheat oven to 400°F. 
  2. Spread the puff pastry squares on a parchment paper on a baking sheet. Place the paneer filling at the center of the puff pastry square. Make sure the paneer filling is at room temperature when filling in the puff pastry. 
  3. Gently fold it and pinch to the other side to make a triangle. All the edges should be closed. Use a fork to seal the edges well. 
  4. Beat the egg white. Brush the egg whites on the top side of the stuffed puff pastry. Sprinkle some nigella seeds to get the perfect looking puff! 
  5. If using an oven, bake for 12-15 minutes until the paneer puff's are golden browned. 
  6. If using an air fryer, place 2 stuffed puff pastries into the air fryer basket. Bake at 390°F for 10-12 minutes. Flip the puffs at about 7 min. 
  7. Remove the puff pastries from the oven/air fryer into a serving dish and let them cool for couple of minutes. Enjoy with a dip or chutney and a cup of hot tea.  

Notes

  • Paneer can be mashed or cubed according to preference.
  • Skip egg wash by brushing turnovers with melted butter or olive oil for a glaze.
  • To prepare ahead, stuff pastries and freeze; thaw before cooking but keep pastry cool for best puff.

Nutrition Information

Calories 355kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 317mg (13%) Potassium 95mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 240IU (5%) Vitamin C 3.5mg (4%) Calcium 168mg (17%) Iron 1.3mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 355

% Daily Value*

Calories 355kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 317mg 13%
Potassium 95mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 240IU 5%
Vitamin C 3.5mg 4%
Calcium 168mg 17%
Iron 1.3mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.