Description
Crispy, golden tofu cubes glazed with a sweet garlic-herb sauce, cooked using an air fryer for minimal oil. Perfect for quick, plant-based meals with bold flavors and tender textures.
Ingredients
14-ounce extra firm tofu (pressed)
1 tsp low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder (or minced fresh garlic, 1 clove)
¼ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
1 tbsp olive oil (for coating)
¾ cup vegetable broth
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp tamari
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
¼ tsp sriracha (optional)
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
Press tofu for 15 minutes to remove moisture, then slice into ½-inch cubes
In a bowl, mix cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, breadcrumbs, tamari, and black pepper
Coat tofu cubes in the seasoned mixture, shaking off excess
Lightly brush or spray with olive oil
Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy
Meanwhile, mix vegetable broth, honey, sesame oil, and sriracha in a small saucepan. Simmer 2-3 minutes
Drizzle sauce over cooked tofu and toss to coat
Serve warm, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or scallions
Notes
Keep extra sauce in an airtight container for up to 5 days—pair with eggs or veggies
For greener results, substitute tamari with coconut aminos
Adjust sriracha to taste; omit for children
Tofu can be frozen (uncooked) in airtight containers for up to 2 months
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 pieces
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg