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Air Fryer Crispy Tofu

Published: Jun 22, 2021 · Modified: Dec 3, 2021 by mikhaeats · This post may contain affiliate links

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Finding a snack that pleases meat-lovers AND vegetarians can be tricky… until now. Who doesn’t love a crispy crunch crust and silky fluffy interior?! Name me one person… I will wait. Air fryer crispy tofu is one of those snacks that you can’t stop popping into your mouth. It doesn’t matter if you’re a vegetarian or hard-core carnivore, once you taste one of these, good luck stopping! 

Extra Crunchy Air Fryer Crispy Tofu

Creating an addictively crisp exterior comes down to the breading you use! While using a starch like flour can make a nice crunch, it won’t get to the ultimate crunchiness. Do you really want to miss out?!

My favorite type of starch to use for a crunchy exterior, whether it’s for tofu or fried chicken, is tapioca starch (also known as tapioca flour). Tapioca starch can be easily found in Asian markets. If you have a hard time find it though, another great alternative is cornstarch!

Another trick to getting a premium crisp to your tofu is by letting the tofu sit for about 5 minutes after they’re tossed in the tapioca starch. This allows the starch to absorb onto the tofu, as opposed to falling off while cooking. 

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Air Fryer Crispy Tofu

Author: Mikha S.
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Asian
Enjoy nuggets of crispy crunchy tofu without the greasy mess! This is an easy and healthy snack best enjoyed ASAP!
4.67 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 2 ½ teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 garlic clove grated
  • 2 Thai chilies finely minced, adjust to your spice level

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup tapioca starch*
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 14 oz block firm tofu cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine sweet chili dipping sauce ingredients, then set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine tapioca starch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Set aside.
  • Line a cutting board with paper towels and gently press on the tofu to release some of the moisture. Coat the tofu with tapioca starch mixture, drizzle on the oil, and toss until evenly coated. Let the tofu sit for 5 minutes.
  • Lightly brush air fryer rack with a little oil to prevent sticking. Add tofu in a single layer, working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 10 minutes then flip tofu and cook for another 10 minutes. Once golden & crisp, remove and serve immediately with dipping sauce. These are best enjoyed fresh!

Notes

  • Tapioca Starch: Tapioca starch can also be labeled as tapioca flour or cassava flour, but you can also use sweet potato starch as well. They’re commonly found in Asian markets. If you have a hard time finding it, you can substitute it with cornstarch.
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