Air Fryer Crispy Tofu with Soy-Ginger Glaze
Crispy-edged tofu cubes tossed in a sticky soy-ginger glaze, finished with sesame and scallions. Serve over steamed rice or greens for a complete weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 16g
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1.5 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 tsp sesame oil
- 2 stalks scallions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Wrap tofu block in paper towels and press for 10 minutes to release moisture.
- 2
Cut pressed tofu into 0.75-inch cubes. You should have about 16 pieces.
- 3
Mix cornstarch, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- 4
Toss tofu cubes with the cornstarch mixture until evenly coated.
- 5
Whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
- 6
Arrange coated tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces.
- 7
Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes, shaking basket halfway through. Edges should be golden-brown.
- 8
Transfer tofu to a bowl. Drizzle with the soy-ginger glaze and toss gently to coat.
- 9
Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds. Serve over steamed rice or greens.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer
- paper towels
- cutting board
- knife
- two small mixing bowls
- whisk
- tongs or spatula
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