Air-Fried Tofu with Peanut Dipping Sauce

  • Prep : 30 Mins Cook : 30 Mins
  • 6 Serves
  • MEDIUM

Nutrition Facts

  • Energy 256 calories
  • Fat 14.1 g
  • Carbohydrates 21.2 g
  • Protein 12.4 g
  • Sodium 454 mg

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces (450 g) firm tofu, cubed
  • 1-1/2 cup (6 oz or 185 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) kosher salt or Himalayan salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) freshly ground black pepper
  • olive oil spray
  • For the Dipping Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup (2 oz or 60 g) smooth low-sodium peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon (10 g) garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons (1 fl oz or 30 ml) light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup (3 fl oz or 85 ml) water
  • 2 tablespoons (0.7 oz or 20 g) chopped roasted peanuts

Directions

  • 1Prepare the dipping sauce by mixing all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • 2To make the fried tofu, season all-purpose flour with salt and pepper.
  • 3Coat the tofu cubes with the flour mixture. Spray with oil.
  • 4Preheat your Air Fryer to 390 F (180 C).
  • 5Place coated tofu in the cooking basket. Careful not to overcrowd them.
  • 6Cook for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 7Serve with prepared peanut dipping sauce.
  • 8Enjoy.