Air Fryer Tofu

Air Fryer Tofu

from delish.com
45 min
3 - 4

Air Fryer Tofu is a crispy, spicy way to go meatless for a week night meal. After a quick marinade, air fry tofu until golden brown then toss in a spicy sauce!

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-oz.) block firm tofu, cut into 1½” cubes
  • 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. hot or smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/2 c. cornstarch
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive oil cooking spray
  • 1/4 c. mayonnaise  
  • 1/4 c. Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 2 tbsp. sriracha
  • Steamed white rice, sliced scallions, and sesame seeds, for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, toss tofu, soy sauce, oil, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. Cover bowl and refrigerate at least 20 minutes or up to 1 hour.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk cornstarch, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss tofu in cornstarch mixture until coated, shaking off any excess.

  3. 3

    Working in batches if necessary, in an air-fryer basket, arrange tofu in a single layer; spray with cooking spray. Cook at 400°, tossing halfway through, until golden and crispy, about 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise, chili sauce, garlic, and sriracha; season with salt. Toss tofu in sauce to coat.

  5. 5

    Serve tofu over rice. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.