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If you're craving a crispy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish, this Air Fryer Tofu Recipe is your new go-to. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy snack, these tofu cubes are seasoned to perfection with soy sauce, garlic powder, and paprika. The air fryer gives them a delightful crunch without the need for excessive oil. Ready to dive in? Let's get cooking!
The name of the recipe: Air Fryer Tofu Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 block pressed and cubed extra firm tofu
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions:
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and cornstarch.
- Add tofu cubes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Place tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
What You Will Need
What you will need to make air fryer tofu
- Extra firm tofu: Holds shape well during cooking, absorbs flavors, and provides a satisfying texture.
- Soy sauce: Adds savory umami flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the tofu.
- Olive oil: Helps crisp up the tofu, adding a rich, smooth taste.
- Garlic powder: Infuses the tofu with a subtle, aromatic garlic flavor.
- Paprika: Adds a mild, smoky flavor and a touch of color.
- Cornstarch: Creates a crispy coating, ensuring the tofu has a delightful crunch.
Tools and Instruments Required
What tools/instruments will be needed to make air fryer tofu recipe
- Air fryer: Essential for cooking tofu evenly and achieving a crispy texture without excessive oil.
- Mixing bowl: Needed to combine tofu with marinade ingredients, ensuring even coating.
- Measuring spoons: Important for accurately measuring soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and cornstarch.
- Tongs: Useful for tossing tofu cubes in the marinade and placing them in the air fryer basket.
Air Fryer Tofu Recipe
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 1 block Extra firm tofu pressed and cubed
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
Instructions:
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and cornstarch.
- Add tofu cubes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Place tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Notes:
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Make Ahead and Freezing Tips
Make Ahead Instructions
- Press and cube tofu.
- Mix marinade ingredients.
- Toss tofu in marinade.
- Store in airtight container.
- Refrigerate up to 2 days.
Freezing Instructions
- Press and cube tofu.
- Toss tofu in marinade.
- Spread tofu on baking sheet.
- Freeze until solid.
- Transfer to freezer bag.
- Freeze up to 3 months.
For an extra crispy texture, try freezing the tofu for a few hours before pressing and cubing it. This changes the tofu's structure, making it more porous and able to absorb more marinade.
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