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Air fryer tofu for one with crisp tofu cubes, greens, and dipping sauce.
Anas Jafir

Air Fryer Tofu for One

Air fryer tofu for one makes crisp, saucy tofu cubes from one small block with simple seasoning, clear timing, and no leftovers.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon neutral oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sauce for serving, such as teriyaki, sweet chili sauce, or peanut sauce
  • Optional: cooked rice, greens, cucumber, or steamed vegetables for serving

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • clean kitchen towel or paper towels
  • small bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • tongs or thin spatula
  • parchment liner, optional

Method
 

  1. Drain the tofu and pat it dry. If it feels very wet, wrap it in a clean towel and press gently for 10 minutes.
  2. Cut the tofu into 3/4-inch cubes.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  4. Toss the tofu with soy sauce or tamari, oil, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  5. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu and toss again until the cubes look lightly coated.
  6. Arrange the tofu in a single layer in the basket.
  7. Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 10 to 14 minutes, shaking or turning halfway through.
  8. Remove when the edges are crisp and the cubes are hot throughout. Toss with sauce after cooking.

Notes

Cooking time is estimated and varies by tofu moisture and air fryer model.
Sauce is best added after cooking so the tofu stays crisp.
Nutrition is an estimate for tofu before rice or side dishes.
Times and nutrition are estimates. Follow your appliance instructions and check doneness.
Never preheat with a loose parchment liner. Keep any liner secured beneath food and away from the heating element.