Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Tofu is the ultimate plant-based protein upgrade—quick, crunchy, and unbelievably satisfying. Whether you’re prepping a quick lunch or looking for easy dinner ideas, this easy recipe delivers big on flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
14 oz extra-firm tofu
1.5 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
1.5 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1.5 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
1. Press the tofu for 20–30 minutes.
2. Cut into cubes.
3. Mix marinade and coat tofu.
4. Add cornstarch.
5. Preheat air fryer.
6. Cook 12–15 minutes.
7. Shake halfway.
8. Serve hot.
Notes
Press tofu well.
Do not overcrowd.
Add spice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: crispy tofu, air fryer tofu, vegan recipe