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The Very Best Air Fryer Tofu (No Cornstarch!)
No cornstarch is needed to make this flavorful air fryer tofu! With hundreds of 5-star reviews, this foolproof tofu will be a hit!
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 165 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 16-oz block extra-firm tofu 453 g
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce 30 mL
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil* 15 mL
- 1 Tbsp olive oil 15 mL
- 1 clove garlic minced
Instructions
- Press: Press tofu for at least 15 minutes, using either a tofu press or by setting a heavy pan on top of it and letting the moisture drain. When finished, cut tofu into bite-sized blocks and transfer to a bowl.
- Flavor: Combine all remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Drizzle over tofu and toss to coat. Let tofu marinate for an additional 15 minutes.
- Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 C). Add tofu blocks to your air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally to promote even cooking.
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Notes
- *You can replace the sesame oil for olive oil if needed.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 to 5 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer or a pan for a few minutes.
- For even crispier tofu, use super-firm vacuum-sealed tofu. You can also freeze then thaw the tofu before pressing it for a better texture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
165kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
3.3g
(1%)
Protein
11.1g
(22%)
Fat
13.2g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
1.9g
(10%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
460mg
(19%)
Potassium
178mg
(5%)
Fiber
0.5g
(2%)
Sugar
0.2g
(0%)
Calcium
460mg
(46%)
Iron
7mg
(39%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.3g | 1% |
| Protein | 11.1g | 22% |
| Fat | 13.2g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 460mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Calcium | 460mg | 46% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.