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Crispy Haleem Croquettes – 40% Fewer Calories

Golden, crunchy Pakistani haleem croquettes bursting with slow-cooked lentils, meat, and warm spices. This smart Fat Switch version swaps deep-frying for air-crisping and uses yogurt instead of excess ghee, slashing 230 calories while keeping every aromatic bite intact.

25m

Prep Time

35m

Cook Time

Servings

348

Calories

22g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1 cup cooked brown lentils
✓ 150g ground lamb
✓ 1/2 medium onion, finely minced
✓ 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
✓ 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
✓ 1/4 tsp garam masala
✓ 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
✓ 1/4 tsp red chili powder
✓ 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
✓ Salt and pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Haleem Base: If using canned lentils, drain and rinse. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tsp ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; let them crackle for 15 seconds. Add minced onion and cook until golden (3–4 minutes), stirring often.

2. Build Flavour with Aromatics: Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Add turmeric, cumin powder, garam masala, and chili powder. Toast spices for 30 seconds to release their oils.

3. Combine Meat and Lentils: Add ground lamb and cook over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces, until cooked through (4–5 minutes). No pink should remain. Stir in cooked lentils and cilantro.

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4. Bind with Yogurt-Ghee Mix: Remove from heat. Stir in 2 tbsp ghee + 3 tbsp Greek yogurt until the mixture holds together as a cohesive paste. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool for 10 minutes on a plate.

5. Shape Croquettes: Once cool enough to handle, divide mixture into 4 equal portions. Roll each between your palms into a 3-inch log. Place on a parchment-lined tray.

6. Set Up Breading Station: In a shallow bowl, whisk egg white + 1 tbsp water. Place panko breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each croquette into egg wash, roll gently in panko, pressing so coating adheres. Lay on a clean tray.

7. Chill Before Cooking: Refrigerate breaded croquettes for at least 15 minutes (or up to 24 hours). This helps the coating stick during air-frying.

8. Air-Fry Until Golden: Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F). Lightly spray croquettes with oil spray on all sides. Air-fry for 12–14 minutes, shaking basket halfway through, until deep golden brown and crispy.

9. Final Touch and Serve: Remove from air fryer. Dust lightly with garam masala and a pinch of fresh cilantro. Serve warm with mint-cilantro chutney or Greek yogurt raita for dipping.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal

Protein22g

Carbohydrates41g

Fat12g

🏷️ Tags

#air-fryer haleem croquettes#low-calorie Pakistani snacks#lentil lamb croquettes recipe

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