Air Fryer Crispy Tofu 🍽️🌱 - Perfect Plant-Based Protein]
Golden, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned, this Air Fryer Crispy Tofu is a plant-based protein powerhouse! It’s simple to prep, irresistibly crispy without deep frying, and perfect for tossing into bowls, wraps, salads, or dipping into your favorite sauces.
Equipment
- - Air fryer
- - Mixing bowl
- - Paper towels or tofu press
- - Knife & cutting board
- - Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
- - 14 oz block of extra-firm tofu pressed and cubed
- - 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- - 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot starch
- - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional, for extra flavor
- - Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- **Press the tofu:**
- Wrap tofu in paper towels or use a tofu press. Press for 15–30 minutes to remove excess moisture for optimal crispiness.
- **Cube and season:**
- Cut tofu into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, toss with oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Then sprinkle cornstarch over the tofu and toss again until evenly coated.
- **Air fry:**
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place tofu cubes in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 14–16 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden brown and crisp on all sides.
- **Serve:**
- Serve hot with dipping sauce, over stir-fried veggies, rice bowls, noodles, or inside wraps. Great with spicy mayo, peanut sauce, or sweet chili sauce.