Crispy Air Fryer Tofu Cubes with Smoked Paprika
Crispy air fryer tofu cubes seasoned with soy sauce, garlic powder and smoked paprika.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 block (14 to 16 oz) firm tofu pressed and cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- sesame seeds optional, for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Drain the tofu, wrap it in a clean towel, set something heavy on top and press for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F.
- Unwrap the pressed tofu and cut it into even cubes.
- In a large bowl, stir together the soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
- Add the tofu cubes and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Place the cubes in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve hot, topped with sesame seeds if you like.
Notes
Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes for the crispiest cubes. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and eat within 3 to 4 days. Nutrition values are an estimate.