Air Fryer Tofu
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Tofu
Description
This recipe starts by pressing a block of extra-firm tofu to drain excess water, which helps the tofu crisp during cooking. The tofu is cut into cubes and marinated briefly in a mixture of avocado oil, tamari (a soy sauce variant), and sriracha for flavor and a mild spicy note. Sprinkling cornstarch over the tofu cubes before air frying contributes to a crisp crust.
Arranged in a single layer in an air fryer basket, the tofu cooks at 400°F for 11 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway to ensure even crisping. The outcome is tofu with golden, crunchy edges surrounding a moist, tender center. This preparation produces a textured bite without deep frying.
Air fryer tofu can be served as a protein component in bowls, salads, or stir-fries, or as a snack. The recipe notes that timing may vary based on the air fryer model and recommends working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu
- ½ tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- ½ teaspoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Press the tofu (optional step). Wrap the block of tofu in a kitchen towel or paper towels. Place a heavy cast iron skillet on top and let it sit for 30 minutes. This will help squeeze excess water out of the tofu, which will make it more crisp as it cooks.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the oil, tamari, and sriracha. Cut the tofu into cubes, add it to the bowl, and gently toss to coat. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu and toss again.
- Place the tofu cubes into the air fryer basket in a single layer with a little space between each piece. Don’t overcrowd the basket. Work in batches if necessary. Air fry for 11 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway, or until golden brown and crisp around the edges. The exact timing will depend on your air fryer. Repeat with any remaining tofu.
- See the blog post above for ideas to use your air fryer tofu.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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