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Air Fryer Tofu Bites Without Cornstarch

Crisp-edged air fryer tofu bites with soy sauce and pantry spices, no cornstarch. About $0.84 per serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 snack servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package extra-firm tofu 14 oz / 400 g package, drained
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Drain and pat the tofu dry; tear or cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces.
  3. Toss tofu with oil and soy sauce, then paprika and garlic powder.
  4. Arrange in a single layer in the basket.
  5. Air fry for 15 minutes, turning after about 8 minutes. Add 2–3 minutes for deeper browning if needed.
  6. Rest 2 minutes, then serve warm.

Notes

Estimated ingredient cost: $3.36 per batch, about $0.84 per snack serving, based on example US grocery pricing. Prices vary by store and date.
Contains soy. Dry tofu well, leave space between pieces, and cook in batches if needed. For a smaller 280–300 g pack, check for browning a little earlier. Air fryer models vary.
Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 3 days. Reheat at 375°F / 190°C for 3–5 minutes.
Approximate nutrition per serving: 140 calories, 11 g protein, 9 g fat, 4 g carbohydrate. Brand and portion size will change these estimates.