Air Fryer Tofu: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe for Beginners
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) firm or extra-firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional: your favorite sauce (e.g., sriracha, hoisin)
Instructions
Creating Air Fryer Tofu can be seamless by following these simple steps:
- Drain and Press Tofu: Remove the tofu from its package and drain the liquid. Wrap the tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and place something heavy on top to press it for about 10 minutes. This helps to remove excess moisture.
- Cut the Tofu: Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes or triangles, depending on your preference.
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Marinate Tofu: Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and gently toss to ensure each piece is coated. Let it marinate for about 5 minutes.
- Coat with Cornstarch: Sprinkle the cornstarch over the marinated tofu. Toss gently again until all pieces are coated evenly.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Air Fry the Tofu: Place the tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 10 minutes, then shake the basket and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the tofu is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve with Sauce: If desired, toss the crispy tofu in your favorite sauce for added flavor or serve it plain.
These steps will guide you in creating this amazing Air Fryer Tofu effortlessly.