Easy Air Fryer Tofu

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My kids are huge tofu fans and we always order fried tofu when we are doing take-out. So we tried to make fried tofu at home with our air fryer and it turned out great and was very easy. I spiced it very lightly because the kids don't like a lot of spice, but feel free to increase and vary the spices.

Submitted by barbara
Updated on November 15, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
12 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
52 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (18 ounce) package extra-firm tofu

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • ½ teaspoon sweet paprika

  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper

  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

  1. Cut block of tofu in half vertically and set side by side on a plate lined with multiple layers of paper towels. Add a thick layer of paper towels on top, weigh down with a heavy object (I used my bread box) and press for 30 minutes to remove as much liquid as possible.

  2. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl. Drizzle with soy sauce and carefully toss to coat.

  3. Combine cornstarch, onion powder, paprika, and white pepper in a small bowl. Add to tofu and carefully coat tofu with cornstarch mixture. Drizzle with sesame oil. Place tofu pieces in one layer in the basket of your air fryer. You might need to work in batches.

  4. Air-fry at 390 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 6 minutes. Turn tofu pieces over and air-fry until crispy, about 6 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

110 Calories
7g Fat
4g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 110
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 235mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 11g 21%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 444mg 34%
Iron 7mg 38%
Potassium 170mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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