Press solid tofu
Less water means more concentrated taste and drier edges. Silk tofu is not suitable for this method.
Asian Inspired Recipe
Air Fryer Tofu
Sesame oil, ginger and garlic season the tofu cubes. Two times shaking ensures that several sides brown evenly.
Total time
50 min
Calories
245 kcal
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Crispy tofu cubes with spicy marinade
Solid natural tofu contains enough structure for the air fryer, but must lose as much surface water as possible before seasoning. Power binds the thin marinade and forms dry, crispy edges. A too large amount of sauce would dampen the tofu and can drip through the basket.
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Recipe
Air Fryer Tofu
Naturtofu is crispy outside in the air fryer when pressed dry, marinated with soy sauce and thinly coated with starch.
Ingredients
4 servings
Method
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1
Pressing tofu
Wrap tofu in a clean cloth, place between two boards and weigh for 20 minutes with a heavy pot.
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2
Cut cubes
Cut pressed tofu into even cubes of about 2.5 cm edge length.
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3
Mix marinade
Mix soy sauce, vegetable oil, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger and garlic in a large bowl.
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4
Cover with starch
Gently turn the tofu cubes in the marinade. Dust over the starch and mix again until no dry nests remain.
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5
Garnish crispy
Preheat air fryer to 190 °C. Cook tofu in a position 12 to 15 minutes and shake after 5 and 10 minutes.
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6
Complete
Sprinkle tofu with sesame, spring onions and lime juice and serve immediately as bowl topping or snack.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Air Fryer Tofu
Doing Marinade Closely
The tofu should be wet, but not soaked in liquid. Excess sauce prevents the starch crust.
Shake twice
Tofu cubes have many sides. Repeated moving browns more surfaces and loosens baked places in time.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Reduce soy sauce to one tablespoon and add one teaspoon of smoked paprika and maple syrup.
Serve tofu with a separately stirred sauce of peanut, lime, soy sauce and warm water.
Nutrition per serving
245kcal
12.0 gCarbohydrates
18.0 gProtein
15.0 gFat
Values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Air Fryer Tofu
Solid or extra firm natural tofu keeps its baking pan and becomes crispy. Silk tofu is too soft and water-rich.
For water-rich block tofu yes. Vacuum-packed, very solid tofu often only requires thorough drying.
Too much marinade, lack of starch or an overcrowded basket keep the surface moist. Work in a loose position.
Pressing and cutting is possible a few hours before. Add starch just before cooking, so that it does not become sticky.
Heat at 180 °C for about 4 to 5 minutes and shake once. Add the sauce after heating.
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