day 7 of 20 minute recipes - Air Fryer Crispy Garlic Tofu

Ingredients

• 400 g Firm Tofu (pressed, cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 1 tbsp Salt (for soaking water)
• 2 cups Water (room temperature)
• 3 cloves Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 2 stalks Green Onion (white and green parts sliced)
• 1 piece Red Chili (finely chopped, seeds removed for less heat)
• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds (toasted)
• 1 tbsp Hot Oil (e.g., chili oil, heated but not smoking)
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
• 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (helps balance the sauce)
• 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce (vegetarian version optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (roughly chopped)

Instructions

1. Cut and Soak Tofu

   Slice the pressed tofu into 1‑inch cubes and place them in a bowl of water mixed with 1 tbsp salt. Let soak for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

2. Drain and Pat Dry

   Drain the tofu cubes and pat them completely dry with paper towels.

   Time: PT3M

3. Air Fry Tofu

   Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the tofu cubes in a single layer in the basket (do not overcrowd). Air fry for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 400°F

4. Prepare the Garlic Sauce

   While the tofu cooks, combine minced garlic, sliced green onion, chopped red chili, toasted sesame seeds, and hot oil in a small bowl. Add soy sauce, sugar, oyster sauce, and chopped cilantro; stir until the sugar dissolves.

   Time: PT5M

5. Toss Tofu in Sauce

   Transfer the crispy tofu to a serving bowl, pour the garlic sauce over, and toss gently to coat all pieces.

   Time: PT2M

6. Serve

   Serve immediately as a main dish or side. Garnish with extra cilantro or sesame seeds if desired.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

140

Protein

11 g

Carbohydrates

6 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

1 g