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crispy air fryer tofu in a bowl

Air Fryer Tofu

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  • Author: Jessica Hoffman
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Air fry
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Crispy air fryer tofu is easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 block tofu (approx 12 oz)
  • 1 tbsp tamari (can sub soy sauce)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Remove the tofu from the package and squeeze out as much water as possible between a few sheets of paper towel.
  2. Cut the tofu into cubes, then toss with the tamari and sesame oil and let sit for 15 minutes to marinade.
  3. Toss the tofu with the cornstarch, then layer the tofu evenly into the air fryer basket, making sure no pieces of tofu are touching.
  4. Air fry at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, then give the basket a shake and air fry for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Serve immediately.

Notes

Depending on your air fryer you may need slightly more or less time to cook. Mine was perfect in 13 minutes.ย 

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the air fryer.ย 


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g