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Spicy Tofu Bites With A 'Meaty', Crispy & Chewy Texture

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Asian
Servings 2
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Air-fryer
  • Chopping board
  • Chopping knife
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 400g block firm tofu Cut into around 24 squares
  • 2 tsp tamari sauce Alternatively soy sauce or liquid aminos
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • Pinch cayenne

Instructions
 

  • Pinch cayenne
  • Add your pre-pressed, bitesize tofu chunks to a bowl and gently mix in all other ingredients until all pieces of tofu are covered with your spice mix and cornstarch. You can use this straight away as it is or you can leave it to marinate for 30 minutes if you prefer.
  • Gently lay your tofu pieces on your air-fryer tray evenly. Do not put any pieces on top of each other.
  • Air-fry on full heat for 15 minutes or until tofu is browned and crispy.

Video

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