Easy AIR FRYER firm Tofu Recipes - Crispy and Delicious - Asian Cuisine - no cornstarch

bean curd

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is a healthier protein alternative, while seitan is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a healthier thickener, while flour is a common, cheaper alternative.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

In a bowl, mix salt and water.

Cut tofu in half and soak into salted water for 10 minutes.

In a mixing bowl, add garlic, spring onions, red chilli (optional) and sesame seeds.

Heat up the vegetable oil, pour into mixing bowl and mix the ingredients.

Add oyster sauce, soya sauce and sugar and mix well.

Remove the tofu from the salted water and try with paper towels.

Brush or spray tofu with oil.

Place in air fryer and air fry at 200ºC / 390ºF for 8 minutes.

Flip the tofu and air fry for further 10 minutes or your preferred doneness.

Remove and place the tofu in a serving plate and repeat with the remaining tofus.

Drizzle with half the sauce and top with chopped coriander.

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