Air Fryer Tofu
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Pressing tofu
20 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
3 servings
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Calories
95 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Tofu
Description
This Air Fryer Tofu recipe starts by pressing and cubing extra-firm tofu to remove moisture, then tossing it in a mixture of soy sauce, avocado oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, chili powder, and black pepper for flavor. Cornstarch is added to coat the seasoned tofu evenly, which helps achieve a crispy crust during cooking.
The tofu cubes are spread out in a preheated air fryer basket at 400°F (204°C), not overcrowded to avoid steaming. The tofu cooks for about 20 minutes, being shaken every 5 minutes to promote even browning. The result is tofu with a crunchy surface and a tender interior, complemented by the savory and lightly spicy marinade. Green onions garnish the dish, adding freshness and mild onion flavor.
Air Fryer Tofu can be served as a snack, side, or protein component in meals, pairing well with rice bowls or salad. Ensure tofu pieces are spaced adequately in the basket for crispiness and avoid steaming.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces tofu pressed and cubed, extra firm
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- green onions sliced, for serving
Instructions
- Toss the tofu with soy sauce, oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, chili powder and black pepper. Add cornstarch and toss until coated, let sit for a minute, toss again.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400˚F.
- Carefully lift the tofu cubes out of the bowl and place on the hot air fryer basket. Air fry until the tofu is golden brown, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, about 20 minutes total. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; too many tofu pieces will steam instead of crisp.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 95 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 95kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 413mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 100IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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