another EXTRA CRISPY air-fryer recipe!
another EXTRA CRISPY air-fryer recipe! is a easy Chinese recipe that serves 2. 200 calories per serving. Recipe by TIFFYCOOKS on YouTube.
Prep: 18 min | Cook: 25 min | Total: 53 min
Cost: $8.29 total, $4.14 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 block Firm Tofu (pressed and cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 1 tablespoon Salt (for soaking water)
- 4 cups Water (for soaking)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Black Vinegar (Chinese black rice vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes (adjust heat to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Chili Oil (for extra heat and shine)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds (toasted)
- 2 stalks Green Onion (white parts only) (white parts sliced thin)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
Instructions
Cut tofu into bite-sized pieces
Pat the tofu dry, then using a sharp knife cut the block into 1‑inch cubes.
Time: PT2M
Soak tofu in salt water
Place the tofu cubes in a bowl with 1 tablespoon salt dissolved in 4 cups water and let sit for 10 minutes.
Time: PT10M
Air fry tofu
Drain and pat the tofu dry, then arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F for 25 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Time: PT25M
Temperature: 400°F
Make the spicy garlic sauce
In a small bowl combine soy sauce, black vinegar, red chili flakes, chili oil, toasted sesame seeds, sliced white green‑onion parts, and minced garlic. Mix well.
Time: PT5M
Combine tofu and sauce
Transfer the hot tofu to a serving dish and drizzle the sauce evenly over it. Toss gently to coat.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 200
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 6g
- Fat
- 12g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free if using tamari
Allergens: Soy, Sesame
Last updated: April 18, 2026






