Air Fryer Tofu

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Transform regular tofu into a crunchy, delectable treat with our air fryer tofu recipe. This guide ensures you get perfectly crispy results paired with a flavor-packed marinade.

Prep Time25

Cook Time10

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian

Servings:

Calories: 208kcal

Author: Val

Equipment

Air Fryer
Plate or tray
Mixing bowl or container
Paper towels
Weight for tofu pressing I used a stone mortar for grinding spices
Tongs
Knife
Cutting board
Serving dish

Ingredients

400 grams firm tofu or extra firm
2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 heaping tbsp cornstarch or potato starch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon turmeric for color
½ teaspoon sweet paprika
½ teaspoon ground coriander
pinch black pepper

Instructions

Carefully place the tofu on a layer of paper towels and cover it with another layer. Put something heavy on top, like a stone mortar, and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Once the tofu has been pressed, slice it into cubes.
In a large mixing bowl or food container, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, garlic powder, turmeric, paprika, and ground coriander. Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed
Add the cubed tofu to the bowl (or container) and gently toss until each piece is coated with the sauce.
Preheat your air fryer to 400ºF (200ºC). I’m using the Instant Vortex Plus XL.
Place the coated tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it. If you have a small air fryer, you may need to cook the tofu in batches.
Put the tofu-filled basket into the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning of the tofu.
Once the tofu turns golden and crispy, remove it from the air fryer.
You can season it with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Notes

It's important to keep in mind that cooking time and temperature can vary depending on the specific model of your air fryer and personal preferences. Feel free to adjust them accordingly for the best results.

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