Crispy air fryer tofu is delicious by itself, added to a rice bowl, or stir fry. You will love each bite, and it's so easy to make!

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Crispy air fryer tofu is delicious by itself, added to a rice bowl, or stir fry. You will love each crispy each bite, and it's so easy to make!

Golden crispy tofu cubes on a white plate with soy sauce

AIR FRYER CRISPY TOFU

Making crispy tofu in the air fryer is so easy and fast. You can use it as an appetizer by sticking it with toothpicks, serve over white rice or brown rice, or toss it in with your favorite salad.

Because tofu is so versatile, you can easily toss it with your favorite sauce or seasonings, to make a variety of meals with extra protein, that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

tofu- Be sure tofu block is extra firm and not soft tofu or silken tofu
cornstarch

Tofu Marinade Ingredients:

soy sauce- you can also substitute low sodium soy sauce or Bragg liquid aminos
sesame oil
garlic- minced or use a teaspoon garlic powder

HOW TO MAKE CRISPY TOFU IN AIR FRYER:

Before you cut tofu into cubes, press and drain tofu to remove excess moisture, for 30 minutes. If you don't have tofu press, you can wrap the block of tofu with layers of paper towel or a clean dish towel, then place a heavy object on top and let the tofu sit for about 15-30 minutes.
Once drained, slice tofu into 1 inch cubes, then place tofu cubes into a medium bowl and add ingredients for tofu marinade. Gently toss until the tofu is coated.
Set bowl aside to allow the tofu to marinate for about 15-30 minutes. Once marinated, toss tofu in cornstarch.
Spread cubed tofu pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without stacking or overlapping. Air fry at 380 degrees F for 16-20 minutes, gently tossing halfway through cooking time.
Eat by themselves, with vegetables, or toss with sesame seeds and serve with pasta or rice.

I make this recipe in my Cosori 5.8 qt. air fryer. Depending on your air fryer, size and wattages, cooking times may need to be adjusted 1-2 minutes.

Crispy and golden tofu in the air fryer basket after being cooked

FAQ's

What other oil can I use when air-frying tofu?

You can use olive oil, avocado oil, or for a more rich flavor use toasted sesame oil or peanut sauce.

What can I serve with air-fried tofu?

This crispy air-fried tofu pairs so well with vegetables like these Air Fryer Snap Peas, Air Fryer Broccoli or Air Fryer Squash.

Do I have to use Corn starch?

I have tried making tofu without cornstarch, and it will work perfectly. However, when I air fry tofu, to get the tofu crispy, the corn starch does the trick to achieve the perfect texture.

How do I store leftover air fryer tofu cubes?

Store leftover tofu in an airtight container for 3-5 days. To reheat tofu, return to the air fryer basket and air fry at 380 degrees for just a few minutes until warm, about 4-6 minutes.

Golden crispy tofu held between chopsticks over a plate of tofu cubes

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Golden cubed crispy tofu stacked on a white plate with a side of sauce

Air Fryer Tofu

Becky

Crispy air fryer tofu is delicious by itself, added to a rice bowl, or stir fry. You will love each bite, and it's so easy to make!

4.34 from 3 votes

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 16

Marinating Time 15

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 119 kcal

Equipment

1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

16 ounces Extra firm tofu
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Tofu Marinade

¼ cup soy sauce or low sodium soy sauce or liquid aminos
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons garlic minced

Instructions

Before you cut tofu into cubes, press and drain tofu to remove excess moisture, for 30 minutes. If you don't have tofu press, you can wrap the block of tofu with layers of paper towel or a clean dish towel, then place a heavy object on top and let the tofu sit for about 15-30 minutes.
Once drained, slice tofu into 1 inch cubes, then place tofu cubes into a medium bowl and add ingredients for tofu marinade. Gently toss until the tofu is coated.
Set bowl aside to allow the tofu to marinate for about 15-30 minutes. Once marinated, toss tofu in cornstarch.
Spread cubed tofu pieces in a single layer in air fryer basket, without stacking or overlapping. Air fry at 380 degrees F for 16-20 minutes, gently tossing halfway through cooking time.
Eat tofu cubes themselves, with vegetables, or toss with sesame seeds and serve with pasta or rice.

Notes

Optional Sauces: You can serve this tofu with any of your favorite dipping sauce. I love hot sauce, barbecue sauce, or for a sweet tofu, substitute a little bit of maple syrup.

Nutrition

Calories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 882mgPotassium: 212mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 0.1IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 2mg

*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.

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