Description
Enjoy a crispy and flavorful tofu dish made effortlessly in the air fryer. Perfect as a protein-packed main course or appetizer, this Asian-inspired recipe is vegan and gluten-free, making it a versatile and delicious option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or sesame oil)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Drain and Prepare Tofu: Drain tofu, press to remove moisture, cut into cubes.
- Coat Tofu: Toss tofu with soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Coat with cornstarch.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F.
- Cook Tofu: Arrange in air fryer, cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway until crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy crispy tofu with preferred sides.
Notes
- Marinate tofu for added flavor before air frying.
- Experiment with spices like smoked paprika or chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus pressing time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
