Crispy Air Fryer Tofu
2 standard portions
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Ingredients
- 300 g Super Firm Tofu ( or use extra firm tofu and press it for 30 minutes first)
- 1 tsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- Β½ tsp Turmeric
- ΒΌ tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tsp Cornflour
- Β½ tsp Salt
- ΒΌ tsp Pepper
Method
- If using extra firm tofu (instead of super firm tofu) you will need to press the tofu block for 30 minutes prior to air frying. Wrap the tofu block in a clean tea towel, place it on a plate with a heavy frying pan on top, and leave it for 30 minutes to ensure the excess liquid has been drawn out. Pat dry and off you go!
- Preheat the air fryer to 200C (400F)
- Place the tofu block on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to cut it into small cubes about 2cm square.
- In a small bowl mix together the olive oil, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, turmeric and garlic powder. Place the tofu cubes in a mixing bowl and gently mix in the seasoned oil mixture, making sure every cube is coated.
- Sprinkle in the cornflour (corn starch) and mix to coat each cube.
- Place the tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air fry at 200C (400F) for 11-15 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip with tongs halfway through cooking. Season with salt and pepper before serving.