Crispy Tofu Magic in Minutes!

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.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
12 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
52 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1(18 ounce) packageextra-firm tofu

  • 1tablespoonsoy sauce

  • 2teaspoonscornstarch

  • ½teaspoononion powder

  • ½teaspoonsweet paprika

  • ¼teaspoonground white pepper

  • ½teaspoonsesame oil

Cooking 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

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories110
% 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
Vitamin C
0mg
2%
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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