Air Fryer Arbi Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside; this Air Fryer Arbi Recipe (Taro Root Fry) gives you all the flavor and crunch of traditional fried arbi with almost no oil! It’s perfect as a guilt-free snack, a side with dal-chawal, or even a healthy party bite.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4

Course: Air Fryer, Healthy Side Dishes & Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

500 g arbi taro root, boiled & peeled
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
½ tsp turmeric powder
½ tsp red chili powder
½ tsp cumin powder
½ tsp coriander powder
½ tsp amchur dry mango powder
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

1 Air Fryer Any 4L or larger capacity
1 Mixing Bowl For coating arbi with spices
1 Spatula To toss and mix evenly

Method

Boil and Peel: Wash and boil arbi for about 8–10 minutes until tender but not mushy. Peel and let them cool slightly.
Slice and Season: Cut the arbi into halves or quarters. In a bowl, add olive oil, turmeric, chili, cumin, coriander, amchur, and salt. Mix well to coat evenly.
Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 180°C (356°F) and preheat for 3 minutes.
Air Fry the Arbi: Spread the seasoned arbi pieces in a single layer in the fryer basket. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway for even crispness.
Serve and Garnish: Sprinkle fresh coriander leaves on top. Serve hot with mint chutney, lemon wedges, or curd for a perfect healthy snack.

Notes

For even crispier arbi, soak the peeled arbi in cold water for 10 minutes before seasoning.
Reduce oil further for a weight-loss version; the air fryer will still crisp it beautifully.
Great with healthy sides like Healthy Jicama Salad or Chicken with Lemon Balm .
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and re-air-fry for 4–5 minutes to restore crunch.