Garlic knots are a quick and easy snack that can be made in an air fryer. These are a convenient and easy way to make bread and kids friendly also. Garlic knots make a great vegan appetizer or snack, or a great breakfast or quick snacks. The air fryer has made the recipe easy and quick. Rest all ingredients will be the same as baked knots.
IngredientsFor the Dough
2 cups flour
1 tsp yeast
1 tsp granulated sugar
1/2 cup + 2Tbsp water (as required to make dough)
1/2 tsp salt (or as per taste)
1/2 tsp garlic powder or 2 small cloves minced
2 tbsp olive oil
For Seasoning
2 - 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter/ vegan butter
1 tsp Italian seasoning mix
2 tsp parsley leaves finely chopped
1/2 tsp parsley
1 tsp salt to taste
1/2 - 1 tsp chilli flakes optional
MethodHomemade Dough
- Take yeast and sugar in a small bowl.
- Add warm water to activate the yeast.
- Let it rest for 6 - 7 minutes till there is a foamy layer on top.
- This shows yeast has been activated nicely.
- Now add flour and salt. Mix the flour and yeast water with a spatula till it is mixed.
- If required add a little water slowly gradually till it makes a perfect dough.
- Then knead it gently for 3 - 4 minutes.
- Now grease the bowl with oil and also rub little oil on the dough.
- Cover with a damp cloth or cling wrap and place in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Take out once the dough is doubled in size.
- Sprinkle flour on the surface and knead the dough for 4 - 5 minutes.
- Divide it into equal 12 - 16 pieces depending on size you want.
- Take 1 portion and cover the rest.
- You can also use store bought pizza dough as well for this recipe.
Shaping the knots
- Now take a ball and roll it into a log shape or strands of 1/4 inch thick.
- Roll it smooth using your palms and fingers only. Make a knot out of the log.
- IN a small bowl add olive oil/ vegan butter or butter. Add salt, garlic powder/ minced garlic, other seasoning. Stir well and keep aside for further use.