Crispy Breaded Tofu

This crispy, breaded tofu recipe will easily become one of your go-to recipes. The air fryer finishes the tofu with a delicious, light crunch and the cubes are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce! This recipe uses ingredients you likely already have on hand, making it perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or snack.

Crispy breaded air fryer tofu

Serves: 4

Prep time: 15 mins

Cook time: 20 mins

Calories: 172.25

Protein: 11.4g

Carbs: 13.5g

Fat: 5.8g

Ingredients

  • 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/3 cup blended rolled oats

  • 1 tsp pepper

  • 1/2 tbsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tbsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tbsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1.5 tbsp nutritional yeast

  • 1 tbsp oil

crispy air fryer breaded tofu recipe

Directions

  1. Blend up oats on a low setting in a blender. Try to keep some bigger pieces intact. 

  2. Add blended oats in a bowl with spices.

  3. Pat dry with a paper towel a block of extra firm tofu.

  4. Cut into pieces and place in a container.

  5. Pour over 2 tablespoons of oil and shake to coat evenly.

  6. Pour breading over tofu and shake again in the container.

  7. Place in the air fryer at 400 degrees for around 20 minutes.

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