Air Fryer Crispy Tofu Recipe

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh offers a nuttier flavor and is often more nutritious.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

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

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili adds flavor without added cost.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture for 15 minutes.

Cut tofu into cubes.

Coat tofu pieces in cornstarch evenly.

Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

Place coated tofu in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Air fry tofu for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

Once the tofu is done, toss it in the sauce mixture until coated.

Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with lime wedges.

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