Description
Learn how to make crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Tofu with this easy recipe. Marinated in aromatic spices and air fried to golden perfection, this tofu dish is perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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Marinated Tofu:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 block (16 ounces / 450g) firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch (1 cm) squares
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 1 teaspoon Shaoxing wine
Spice Mix:
- 1 teaspoon white pepper powder
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar (or regular sugar)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
Additional:
- Oil spray
- Lemon wedges for garnish (Optional)
- Mayonnaise for garnish (Optional)
Instructions
- Marinating the Tofu: Combine garlic powder, ginger powder, and salt in a bowl. Pat dry the tofu and mix with spices, peanut oil, and Shaoxing wine. Marinate.
- Preparing the Spice Mix: Combine white pepper powder, sugar, salt, and five-spice powder in a bowl. Mix well.
- Cooking the Tofu: Coat marinated tofu with cornstarch. Air fry at 400 degrees for 10 minutes until golden brown. Toss with spice mix while hot.
- Serving: Serve hot or at room temperature as an appetizer. Garnish with spice mix, lemon wedges, and mayonnaise as desired.
Notes
- Ensure tofu pieces are not overlapping in the air fryer for even cooking.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite seasonings or sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Tofu, Crispy Tofu Recipe, Tofu Appetizer, Asian Tofu Dish
