Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Tofu recipe features golden-brown, crunchy cubes that burst with savory flavor, perfect for a quick dinner or adding protein to salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15-ounce) block extra-firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce or tamari
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Slice tofu in half lengthwise and cut into ¾-inch cubes.
- Pat tofu cubes dry with a towel to remove moisture.
- Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Toss tofu cubes in the mixture until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle cornstarch over tofu and gently stir to coat.
- Place tofu in air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Notes
Press the tofu long enough to remove excess moisture for better crispiness.
For flavor variations, consider adding smoked paprika or chili powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: n/a
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
