LunchDinnerSnack

Air-Fryer Tofu Bites

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

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.

O rețetă originală de Forkin

Durată totală: 35 min.
Porții: 2
Dificultate: Ușoară
Per porție: 214 kcal

Dietă vegetariană

Informații despre alergeni: poate conține gluten, susan, soia și boabe de soia. Verifică întotdeauna ambalajele ingredientelor dacă ai o alergie.

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

396 gextra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed

marinade

2 lingurăsoy sauce, gluten-free if needed
1 lingurămaple syrup
1 lingurărice vinegar
0,5 lingurițăgarlic powder

coating

1 lingurăcornstarch

garnish

1 lingurițăsesame seeds, for garnish(opțional)

Ustensile

air fryer · whisk · mixing bowl

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1
Press the extra-firm tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Aproximativ 15 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 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.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: The cornstarch helps create a crispy exterior.
5
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
Aproximativ 3 min.
6
Arrange the tofu cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 20 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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 porție

Valori nutriționale

70%Scor

Calorii: 214,3kcal
Proteine: 17,3g
Carbohidrați: 16,2g
Grăsimi: 10,3g
Fibre: 1,1g
Zahăr: 7,5g

Estimare bazată pe cantitățile ingredientelor din rețetă. Valorile pot varia în funcție de mărci și înlocuiri.

Păstrează gustul bun

Păstrare

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

Reîncălzire

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