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Crispy Air Fryer Tofu Bowl

⏱ Prep 15 min 🔥 Cook 20 min 🍽 Serves 2 📅 2026-03-01

This crispy tofu bowl uses one simple trick to transform tofu from soggy to perfectly crispy: freezing it for 24 hours before cooking. The result is a high-protein, flavor-packed meal that's perfect for meal prep or a healthy dinner.

Steps

  1. Freeze tofu for 24 hours, then thaw and squeeze out all water
  2. Chop tofu into pieces and add cornstarch, chili flakes, pepper powder, salt, and 2 tbsp soy sauce, mixing to coat well
  3. Place tofu in air fryer at 350°F for 20 minutes and spray with oil
  4. Prepare vegetables: shave carrot, slice onion and bell peppers, slice cucumber into rounds, chop purple cabbage, yellow pepper, and spring onion
  5. Make peanut dressing by blending garlic, peanut butter, hoisin sauce, sweet chili sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and orange juice until smooth
  6. Assemble bowl with rice, prepared vegetables, edamame, and avocado
  7. Top with air-fried tofu and drizzle with peanut dressing
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds, roasted peanuts, and spring onions, then mix well

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