Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Tofu recipe delivers perfectly golden and crunchy tofu cubes that are both flavorful and healthy. Using simple ingredients like soy sauce, cornstarch, and a blend of seasonings, this easy vegan dish cooks quickly in an air fryer for a guilt-free snack or main course perfect for any Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu Preparation
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed for at least 20 minutes
Seasonings and Coating
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot powder for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu: Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Season the Tofu: Drizzle with soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat each cube evenly.
- Coat with Cornstarch: Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu and toss again until all pieces are evenly coated without any dry patches.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange in Basket: Place the tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure pieces do not touch to maximize crispiness.
- Air Fry the Tofu: Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even browning, until tofu is golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the tofu from the air fryer and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or over rice or noodles.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the tofu in soy sauce or a favorite sauce for 30 minutes before air frying.
- Substitute cornstarch with arrowroot powder to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Ensure tofu is well-pressed to remove excess moisture for better crispiness.
- Shake the air fryer basket carefully halfway through cooking to avoid tofu sticking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
