Description
This air fryer crispy tofu recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy tofu. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to a golden crisp!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wrap the block in a clean kitchen towel or a few layers of paper towels. Place it on a flat plate and put something heavy on top, like a cast-iron skillet or a couple of heavy cookbooks. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes. You will be surprised at how much liquid comes out.
- Once your tofu is pressed and dry, cut it into uniform cubes. I usually aim for pieces that are about one inch square.
- Put your tofu cubes into a medium bowl and drizzle them with the oil and soy sauce. Toss them gently with a spoon or your hands.
- In a separate small bowl, mix your cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and pepper. Sprinkle this mixture over the wet tofu. Toss again until the cubes look dusty and the white powder has mostly disappeared.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for two minutes. Slide the basket out and arrange the tofu in a single layer. Slide the basket in and set the timer for 15 minutes. At the 10-minute mark, pull the basket out and give it a good shake.
- Check the tofu at the 15-minute mark. It should be a deep golden brown and feel hard to the touch when you poke it with a fork. If it still feels a bit soft, give it another 2 to 3 minutes.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu is essential for the best texture.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- Great as a protein addition to salads or wraps!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 block
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 0