LunchDinnerSnack

Air-Fryer Tofu Bites

Name: Air-Fryer Tofu Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 porties
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 396 g extra-firm tofu pressed and cubed; 2 el soy sauce gluten-free if needed; 1 el maple syrup; 1 el rice vinegar; 0,5 tl garlic powder; 1 el cornstarch; 1 tl sesame seeds for garnish (optioneel)

These crispy air-fried tofu bites are a delicious and healthy plant-based protein option. Marinated in a savory sauce and cooked until golden, they are perfect for adding to salads, bowls, or enjoying as a snack. This recipe is quick to prepare and yields perfectly textured tofu every time.

Een origineel recept van Forkin

Totale tijd: 35 min
Porties: 2
Moeilijkheid: Makkelijk
Per portie: 214 kcal

Vegetarisch

Allergeneninformatie: kan gluten, sesam en soja bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.

Mise-en-place

Ingrediënten

396 gextra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed

marinade

2 elsoy sauce, gluten-free if needed
1 elmaple syrup
1 elrice vinegar
0,5 tlgarlic powder

coating

1 elcornstarch

garnish

1 tlsesame seeds, for garnish(optioneel)

Keukengerei

air fryer · whisk · mixing bowl

De bereidingswijze

Stap voor stap

1
Press the extra-firm tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Ongeveer 15 min
Tip van de kok: Pressing the tofu is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and garlic powder to create the marinade.
Ongeveer 1 min
3
Add the cubed tofu to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
4
Sprinkle the cornstarch over the marinated tofu and gently toss until each piece is lightly coated.
Ongeveer 1 min
Tip van de kok: The cornstarch helps create a crispy exterior.
5
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
Ongeveer 3 min
6
Arrange the tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it.
Ongeveer 1 min
Tip van de kok: Cook in batches if necessary for optimal crispiness.
7
Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the tofu is golden brown and crispy.
Ongeveer 20 min
Tip van de kok: Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model.
8
Remove the air-fried tofu bites from the basket and garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.

Per portie

Voedingswaarden

70%Score

Calorieën: 214,3kcal
Eiwit: 17,3g
Koolhydraten: 16,2g
Vet: 10,3g
Vezels: 1,1g
Suiker: 7,5g

Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.

Goed bewaren

Bewaren

Store leftover air-fried tofu bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Opwarmen

Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes until warmed through and crispy again.