Air Fryer Soy Curls

Name: Air Fryer Soy Curls
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces Butler soy curls, dry; ½ cup water; 2 tablespoons tamari (for GF) or soy sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 2 teaspoons cooking oil such as avocado or grapeseed; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha; ½ teaspoon liquid smoke; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; black pepper

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Prep Time
7 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings
3 servings
Calories
140 kcal
Course
Main Course, Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine
American

Air Fryer Soy Curls

Finn Russell

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Air Fryer Soy Curls are a quick and easy snack or main dish. With a lightly smoky and sweet marinade, they're irresistibly chewy, meaty, and savory. Add them to salads and grains, or enjoy air fryer soy curls as a protein-rich snack similar to jerky! Easily made gluten-free and/or oil-free.

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Ingredients

Servings

3 ounces Butler soy curls, dry about 2 cups
½ cup water
2 tablespoons tamari (for GF) or soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
2 teaspoons cooking oil such as avocado or grapeseed For oil-free, omit or sub 1 tablespoon tahini.
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha
½ teaspoon liquid smoke
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
black pepper

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Instructions

Place dry soy curls in a large, shallow bowl and set aside. Note: there's just enough marinade for 3 ounces of soy curls, give or take a little. Because of their shape, obviously soy curls can be difficult to measure with cups. Use a kitchen scale if you have one.
In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients. Microwave the marinade until piping hot and almost boiling (about 2 minutes & 20 seconds in our microwave). Alternatively, heat the marinade in a small saucepan on the stovetop.
Pour hot marinade over the dry soy curls. Stir well, spooning the marinade over the top. Let stand 10 minutes, stirring a few times so all of the marinade is absorbed.
Preheat basket-style air fryer to 370 degrees F. Arrange marinated soy curls in a single layer (if there is marinade in the bottom of the bowl, leave it behind). Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes or until piping hot and browning at the edges. Check on the soy curls at the halfway point and during the last couple of minutes to make sure they don't burn.
Serve warm on top of salads, grain bowls, or noodles. They're also delicious cool as a snack, like jerky.

Notes

Air Fryer Tip - Air fryers vary, so you may find you need to adjust the temperature and/or cook time for your appliance.
Baking Instructions - Preheat the oven to 380 degrees F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Arrange the marinated soy curls in a single layer, and bake for 25 to 28minutes or until as chewy and caramelized as you like.
Storage - Store leftover soy curls in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I haven't tried freezing them yet, but generally soy curls are freezer friendly.