Crispy Seasoned Air Fryer Tofu

This crispy air fryer tofu is golden, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. Torn tofu chunks are tossed in oil seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic powder, coated lightly in cornstarch and nutritional yeast, and air-fried until irresistibly crisp on the outside and tender inside. Easy, high-protein, and seriously addictive.

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword air fryer, air fryer tofu, Tofu

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 121kcal

Author Katie Trant

Ingredients

14- ounce package firm or extra firm tofu
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ½ Tablespoons light soy sauce I use Braggs
1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Slice the block of tofu in half lengthwise so you have two slabs that are each about an inch thick. Place the halves on a paper towel, top with another paper towel, and press down to get some of the moisture out. Let the tofu slices sit between the paper towels as you prepare the other ingredients.
14- ounce package firm or extra firm tofu
In a large bowl, whisk together the spices, soy sauce, and olive oil.
½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 ½ Tablespoons light soy sauce, 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Using your hands, tear the slabs of tofu into bite-sized pieces. We want craggy edges for maximum crunch!
Add the tofu pieces into the bowl with the sauce mix, and use a spatula to carefully stir the pieces so they are fully coated in the sauce.
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and nutritional yeast.
2 Tablespoons cornstarch, 2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast
Sprinkle half the cornstarch mixture over the tofu chunks, and carefully stir with a spatula to combine.
Sprinkle the remaining cornstarch mixture over top of the tofu, and stir to combine.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F/200°C. I just let it run for a minute or two.
Add the coated tofu pieces to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, shaking and/or turning the tofu halfway through. How long this takes will depend a bit on your air fryer.
Enjoy your crispy, delicious, seasoned air fryer tofu!

Notes

Nutritional values are an estimate only

Nutrition