Popcorn tofu is a great option for teatime snacks or high protein starters. This easy recipe cooks within minutes in an air fryer and it easy win for bento boxes.
I love using firm tofu in various air fryer recipes. Be it tofu manchurian or sticky tofu. Satay tofu and tofu nuggets are a great option when you want something special and so is tofu scramble. Another great recipe is making spinach and tofu parcels in your air fryer. Perfect for picnics, potlucks and bento boxes.
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How to make popcorn tofu in air fryer?
Ingredients
- firm tofu
Cornflour mix
- all purpose flour / plain flour
- corn flour
- water
- soy sauce
- salt
Breadcrumb mix
- breadcrumbs
- oil
- salt as per taste
- red chili powder or spice mix as per taste
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air fryer breaded tofu recipe
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 500 gms firm tofu cut lenghtwise or smaller cubes
Cornflour mix
- ⅓ cup plain flour
- 3 tablespoon corn flour
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Breadcrumb mix
- ¾ cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoon oil for breadcrumb mix
- 1 teaspoon salt as per taste
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder or spice mix as per taste
- 1 tbsp. oil to spray/brush oil during cook
Instructions
- Mix the breadcrumbs with spices,salt and oil,keep it aside
- Cut the tofu into smaller pieces
- Mix the cornflour,plain flour,soya sauce,salt and water,mix them to make a smooth batter
- Dip the tofu pieces in the corn flour mix, ensuring an even coating.
- Transfer the tofu pieces into the bread crumb mix
- Roll tofu pieces in the breadcrumb mix for a golden brown finish.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C|355F . Place the tofu nuggets on a baking sheet. Spray with a little cooking oil.
- Cook for 13-14 minutes, spraying with oil halfway to enhance crispiness.
- Serve hot with tomato ketchup or chutney.
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Instructions
- Cut tofu into cubes,keep it aside.Mix the cornflour,plain flour,spices and water.Dip the tofu pieces in the corn flour mix, ensuring an even coating.
2. Mix breadcrumbs,spices and oil .Transfer the tofu pieces into the breadcrumb mix
3. Roll tofu pieces in the breadcrumb mix ,move them on a baking tray lined with a perforated baking sheet.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C|355F . Place the tofu nuggets on a baking sheet or directly in the air fryer tray. Spray with a little cooking oil.
- Cook for 13-14 minutes, spraying with oil halfway to enhance crispiness.
- Serve hot with tomato ketchup or chutney.
FAQ
Ensure you press tofu to remove excess water
Cumin powder, paprika, garlic powder, turmeric powder work well with tofu.
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