Air Fryer Tofu
Air Fryer Tofu is a crispy, golden, and protein-packed dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for bowls, salads, wraps, or dipping. It uses minimal oil but delivers maximum crunch, making it a healthy and delicious plant-based option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 20 minutes pressing time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes (excluding pressing time)
- Yield: 2–3 servings as a main, 4 as a side
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Salt, to taste (if needed)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
Instructions
- Press the tofu for at least 20 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut into cubes or bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, toss tofu with soy sauce, oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika (if using), pepper, and salt (if needed).
- Sprinkle in the cornstarch and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
- Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until tofu is golden and crispy.
- Serve as is or toss with your favorite sauce such as teriyaki, buffalo, or sweet chili.
Notes
Extra-firm tofu works best for crispiness and shape retention.Pressing the tofu is essential for the best texture and flavor absorption.Cornstarch helps achieve a crispy outer layer even with little or no oil.Reheat leftovers in the air fryer to maintain crispiness.Customize flavors with sauces or seasonings after cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/air-fryer-tofu/
