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Air Fryer Salt and Pepper Tofu
A healthy and delicious crispy salt and pepper tofu recipe that is great for a snack in between meals or for a quick meal.
Course
Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine
Chinese
Diet
Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time
5
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
20
minutes
minutes
Servings
2
Author
Julia
Ingredients
16
oz
extra firm tofu
(cubed)
1
teaspoon
ground white pepper
½
teaspoon
salt
½
teaspoon
Chinese five spice powder
¼
teaspoon
paprika
(optional)
1
tablespoon
cornstarch
Vegetable oil spray
Instructions
Drain and press firm tofu with a tofu press or between two plates. Slice tofu into 1 inch cubes.
In a bowl, season tofu with salt, pepper, Chinese five spice powder, and paprika. Toss so tofu is evenly coated.
Evenly coat tofu with cornstarch.
Set air fryer to 375° F degrees and air fry for 15 minutes. At 7 minute mark, toss the tofu so it's evenly toasted on each side.