This air fryer tofu is SO easy to make and delivers the texture of fried tofu in a much healthier way. Toss in a quick honey sesame glaze and serve alongside your favorite grains and veggies for a filling, better-for-you meal.
2teaspoonsolive oilor other neutral-flavored cooking oil
1Tablespooncornstarch
Salt
Ground black pepper
Sauce:
3Tablespoonsreduced-sodium soy sauce
1 ½Tablespoonshoney
1Tablespoonsesame oil
1Tablespoonrice vinegar
1teaspoonminced ginger
2clovesgarlicpressed or minced
½teaspoonsrirachaor to taste
1 ½teaspooncornstarch
Instructions
Drain tofu (both firm or extra-firm) and place it on a paper towel-lined plate. Place another paper towel or two over top and then top with another plate. Place something heavy (such as canned goods) over top and let the tofu press for 30 minutes.
Once pressed, cut the tofu into ¾-inch to 1-inch cubes and add to a medium mixing bowl.
Gently toss tofu cubes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle 1 Tablespoon of cornstarch over top and gently toss to evenly coat the tofu.
Spray air fryer basket very well with cooking spray. Place the tofu cubes in the basket in a single layer with equal space between them.
Air fry at 375°F (191°C) for 8 minutes, then remove the basket from the air fryer. Flip over each tofu cube and air fry again for another 8-9 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp to your liking.
While the tofu is air frying, add soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sriracha, and cornstarch to a small saucepan and whisk well to combine. Heat over medium-low heat, whisking ever so often, until the glaze begins to thicken. Remove the saucepan from the heat if it starts thickening too much before the tofu is ready.
Once air fried, toss the tofu in the glaze and serve with your favorite sides (brown rice, quinoa, vegetables, etc.)
Notes
Ingredient NotesTofu: Use firm or extra-firm tofu for this recipe. Silken tofu is much softer and would fall apart in prepared in this manner.Honey: Maple syrup or agave nectar can be substituted in for vegan options.Sriracha: Omit this if you're not into spice at all, or substitute in an equivalent, such as chili garlic sauce or chili oil.Recipe Tips
For best results, sift the cornstarch, salt, and pepper through a metal sieve over the tofu to ensure it disperses in an even layer without clumps.
Storage: This air fryer tofu is best served warm, right after it's been cooked. It can be refrigerated for several days, however the tofu will soften up as it absorbs the glaze.
Nutrition: The nutritional info displayed is an estimate for one-quarter of the tofu and glaze. It does not include rice, vegetables, or whatever else you might serve this with.
Nutritional information is provided as an estimate. As it can vary due to many factors (brands used, quantities, etc.), we cannot guarantee its accuracy.