Air Fryer Tofu

Ingredients

extra firm tofu

1/2 block

cornstarch

1 1/4 tbsp

nutritional yeast

1 1/4 tbsp

soy sauce

1 1/4 tbsp

oil

1 tbsp

white pepper

1/8 tsp

garlic powder

1/8 tsp

smoked paprika

1/8 tsp

Method

1. 01Squeeze tofu block between palms over sink until no water drips out.
2. 02Press tofu between a folded clean kitchen towel to reduce remaining moisture.
3. 03Optional: press tofu on a plate with another plate on top, weighted with a heavy pan, for 30 minutes to overnight in refrigerator for crispier results.
4. 04Whisk cornstarch, nutritional yeast, soy sauce, oil, white pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a large bowl until it resembles a wet paste.
5. 05Break tofu into 1 1/2-inch chunks with your hands directly into the bowl with the seasoning paste.
6. 06Toss tofu pieces with a rubber spatula to coat evenly in the seasoning paste.
7. 07Air fry at 400°F for 12 to 14 minutes, shaking the basket once midway through, until golden and crisp at the edges.