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Air Fryer Tofu

Learn how to make crunchy and flavor-packed Air Fryer Tofu! This easy cooking method yields the crispiest tofu and only takes 20 minutes, making it a convenient protein you can add to all kinds of meals.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: air fryer tofu
Servings: 4
Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. block of extra firm tofu pressed for 15 minutes then cut into 1” cubes
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or liquid aminos
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400° F.
  • Add cubed tofu to a large bowl and then add all other ingredients. Toss to combine everything, making sure every tofu piece is covered in the sauce.
  • Transfer tofu to the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes. Shake the air fryer basket, then cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the tofu is crispy and browned.
  • Add to your favorite meal or add in place of cooking tofu on the stovetop. Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 866mg | Potassium: 256mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 247IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
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