{"id":42652,"date":"2025-05-23T14:59:48","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T18:59:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/?p=42652"},"modified":"2025-10-31T16:37:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T20:37:08","slug":"air-fryer-tofu-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/omnivorescookbook.com\/air-fryer-tofu-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Air Fryer Salt and Pepper Tofu"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

These air fryer tofu bites are extra crunchy and crispy, tossed with a delicious pepper salt spice mix. It\u2019s a perfect snack or appetizer served by itself, or a great topping for your rice and salad bowls. {Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Adaptable}<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you’re looking for a fast, easy way to turn tofu into flavorful golden crispy bites, this air fryer salt and pepper tofu is a great option. I used a quick marinade to season the tofu, coated it with cornstarch and air fried it until crispy, then tossed it in a salt and pepper mix for extra rich flavor. With a squeeze of lemon juice and some mayonnaise, it is the perfect appetizer. I also like to top it on salads, rice bowls and noodles, adding healthy protein to my meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Make Tofu in the Air Fryer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tofu is incredibly versatile but can sometimes turn out soggy or bland when baked. The air fryer takes care of that with minimal oil and maximum crunch. In just about 20 minutes, you get tofu that\u2019s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside\u2014without deep frying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to make air fryer tofu<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. First, use a few basic seasonings to marinate the tofu briefly to add flavor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Coat the tofu with a generous amount of cornstarch. This is the key step to give it the crispy texture. The coating doesn\u2019t have to be very even. I found it helpful to place the tofu on a tray or in a big bowl, then sprinkle the cornstarch over all the pieces. Then rotate the tofu and coat again. You can also place the tofu and cornstarch in a ziplock bag and shake it. But I found that the tray method keeps the tofu cubes more intact.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Spray the tofu with a generous amount of oil and air fry it. Cook halfway through, spray with oil again, then air fry until golden crispy. It\u2019s important to use enough oil to cover all the cornstarch, so the surface turns crispy instead of leaving dry spots. The oil also gives the tofu a great crispy crunchy texture without getting chewy and dry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Last, I toss the hot tofu with a salt-pepper mix, like I\u2019d use for salt and pepper tofu<\/a>. The crispy surface holds onto the seasoning well, making them delightful to eat by themself. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Now you have these golden crispy tofu bites. If you plan to serve them as an appetizer, I recommend some lemon wedges, mayonnaise, and maybe a little hot sauce on the side. The tofu will remain crunchy and crispy even after they\u2019ve cooled off, making them a great party snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Other delicious tofu recipes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n