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Air Fryer Crispy Sesame Tofu

Golden cubes with a crackly crust and pillowy center, tossed in a nutty sesame glaze.

34 min4 servingsEasyAsian

Ingredients

  • 14 g firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1

    Press 14 oz firm tofu 15 minutes, then cube into 1-inch pieces.

  2. 2

    Toss cubes with soy sauce, then dust with cornstarch until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Mist with oil and air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes.

  4. 4

    Shake the basket and cook 6 more minutes until crisp and golden all over.

  5. 5

    Toss hot tofu with sesame oil, sriracha and toasted sesame seeds; serve at once.

Chef's tip

The cornstarch coating is the secret to crackly tofu — make sure every side is dusted before misting with oil.

Suggested pairing

Pair with garlicky bok choy and a cold jasmine green tea.

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