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Low Carb Air Fryer Crispy Tofu

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Servings
4 servings

Nutrition Facts

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Original author values. Recipe yield: 4 servings.

calories
210

2× the original author values. Recipe yield: 4 servings.

calories
420

3× the original author values. Recipe yield: 4 servings.

calories
630
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Ingredients

  • 14 ounces extra-firm tofu — drained and pressed 15 minutes
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil — or light olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce — or tamari; use coconut aminos for soy-free
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt — plus more to taste
  • 1⁄3 cup blanched almond flour — fine grind
  • 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese — optional; omit for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper — freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons scallions — thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chili crisp or chili oil — to taste
  • 1 lime — cut into wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Wrap the tofu in a clean towel, set on a plate, and weigh down with a skillet or cans; press for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Cut pressed tofu into 3/4-inch cubes. Whisk avocado oil and soy sauce in a bowl, add tofu, and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, Parmesan (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  4. Sprinkle the coating over the tofu and toss until cubes are lightly and evenly covered without clumping.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 to 5 minutes to ensure crisping from the start.
  6. Lightly oil the hot basket. Arrange tofu in a single layer with space between pieces.
  7. Air fry for 8 minutes at 400°F until lightly golden.
  8. Shake or turn the cubes, then cook 5 to 7 minutes more until deep golden and crisp at the edges.
  9. Rest 1 minute, then taste and add a pinch of salt if needed. Finish with sesame seeds, scallions, chili crisp, and a squeeze of lime.
  10. Serve immediately while crisp; pair with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or a simple slaw.

Notes

Storage: Cool completely, then refrigerate in an airtight container up to 4 days. Reheat in an air fryer at 375°F for 3 to 5 minutes until edges re-crisp, or on a sheet pan at 400°F for about 8 minutes. Microwave is fastest but softens the coating.

Source: https://simplersavory.com/low-carb-air-fryer-crispy-tofu/