Air Fried Tofu Nuggets

5 from 1 vote

Air Fried Tofu Nuggets

This Air Fried Tofu Nuggets recipe creates perfectly crispy tofu with a golden outside and a soft, tender center. Made with simple pantry ingredients and ready in under 20 minutes, it’s a go-to method for anyone wanting a reliable, flavorful tofu air fryer recipe.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Diabetic, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword: air fried tofu, air fryer tofu, crispy air fryer tofu

Servings:

Calories: 147kcal

Author: Kristina Tipps

Equipment

Ingredients

14-16 oz block firm tofu
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoon cornstarch
paprika to taste
black pepper to taste

Instructions

Remove excess water by gently pressing the tofu while it’s still in the package. There’s no need to press for long, just press lightly.
Cut the block into 4 lengthwise sections, then 4 sections the other way. Cut each row into thirds to get about 48 small cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, maple syrup, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper and cornstarch. Add the tofu cubes and stir until they are evenly coated. Alternatively, cover the bowl with a lid and shake.
Arrange the tofu in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook at 400℉ for 15 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
Enjoy hot with your favorite dip or sauce.

Notes

Storing: Store leftover tofu in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 390℉ for about 5 minutes to regain crispiness.

Tip 1: Coat thoroughly. Incomplete or uneven coating leads to uneven crisping.

Tip 2: Do not omit the cornstarch. This is what helps the tofu crisp up in the air fryer.

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