Air Fryer Tofu in 15 minutes
Air Fryer Tofu in 15 minutes is a easy Asian recipe that serves 2. 150 calories per serving. Recipe by Mika on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 25 min | Total: 50 min
Cost: $2.72 total, $1.36 per serving
Ingredients
- 14 oz Firm Tofu (pressed and cut into 1‑inch cubes)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil (for light coating; can be sprayed from a spray bottle)
- 0.5 tsp Salt (fine sea salt)
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Press and Drain Tofu
Remove tofu from its package, discard excess liquid, and press between paper towels or a tofu press for about 5 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Time: PT5M
Cut Tofu into Cubes
Place the pressed tofu on a cutting board and cut into uniform 1‑inch cubes so they cook evenly.
Time: PT5M
Season and Lightly Oil
Transfer tofu cubes to a mixing bowl, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt and pepper, and toss gently until all pieces are lightly coated.
Time: PT2M
Preheat Air Fryer (Optional)
If your air fryer has a preheat function, set it to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes before adding the tofu.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: 380°F
Air Fry Tofu
Arrange the tofu cubes in a single layer in the air‑fryer basket, spray the top lightly with olive oil, set to the chicken setting at 380°F (193°C) and cook for 25 minutes, shaking the basket or turning pieces halfway through.
Time: PT25M
Temperature: 380°F
Check Crispness and Serve
After 25 minutes, open the basket; tofu should be golden‑brown and crisp on the outside. Remove with tongs and serve immediately, optionally with a dipping sauce.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 150
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Fat
- 10g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Vegan, Gluten‑Free, Dairy‑Free
Allergens: Soy
Last updated: April 20, 2026





