Enjoy a delicious and healthy meal with this crispy and flavorful air fryer tofu recipe. The tofu is perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, giving it a crispy texture on the outside while remaining soft on the inside. This vegan and gluten-free dish is a great option for anyone looking for a tasty and nutritious plant-based meal. Serve it as an appetizer, side dish, or main course and impress your family and friends with this easy and satisfying recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 block of firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons of tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Cooking spray or oil for spraying
Directions
- Remove the tofu from its packaging and drain the excess liquid. Pat the tofu dry with paper towels.
- Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes or desired shape.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the tamari or soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Place the tofu cubes in the bowl and gently toss to coat them evenly with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush it with oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the marinated tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other.
- Cook the tofu in the air fryer for 15-18 minutes, flipping the tofu halfway through the cooking process, until it becomes golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, remove the tofu from the air fryer and let it cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Serve the crispy air fryer tofu as is or with your favorite dipping sauce or as a topping for salads, stir-fries, or rice bowls.
