Crispy Air Fryer Tofu (Printable)

Golden crunchy tofu cubes with a tender interior, made effortlessly in the air fryer for versatile meals.

# What You Need:

01 - 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed

02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)

03 - 1 tbsp sesame oil

04 - 1 tbsp cornstarch

05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder

06 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

01 - Press the tofu for at least 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 3/4-inch cubes.

02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.

03 - Add tofu cubes to the bowl and gently toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 5 minutes.

04 - Sprinkle cornstarch over the marinated tofu and toss until each cube is well coated.

05 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 2 minutes.

06 - Arrange the tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch.

07 - Air fry for 13–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until tofu is golden and crispy.

08 - Serve hot as a snack, salad topping, or in grain bowls with your favorite dipping sauce.

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The cornstarch coating creates this incredible shatteringly crispy exterior that rivals any restaurant version
It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like you spent much longer on it

02 -

Pressing the tofu thoroughly is non negotiable for getting that restaurant style crunch instead of soggy cubes
Overcrowding the basket will steam the tofu instead of crisping it, so work in batches if necessary

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Let the marinated tofu sit in the cornstarch for a few minutes before cooking to help the coating adhere better
Serve immediately while still hot because the texture softens as it cools down