If you are looking for a new addition to your meat-free Mondays, this air fryer teriyaki tofu hits all the right notes! Tofu is air fried til crispy and then tossed in a homemade teriyaki sauce for one delicious bite.
Wrap the tofu block in paper towels and press it for 30 minutes to remove any extra liquid.
1 pound firm tofu
Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Dip the tofu cubes into the cornstarch, making sure they are evenly coated on all sides.
¾ cup cornstarch
Spray the air fryer insert with nonstick spray and add the tofu, making sure to not overcrowd the basket.
Set the air fryer to 375°F and cook for 15-18 minutes, turning half way through cooking.
Allow the tofu to cool for 3-4 minutes before you sauce them to maintain crispness.
For the Sauce
In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, whisk all of the sauce ingredients together.
½ cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer the sauce until it has thickened, about 5 minutes.
Remove the sauce from the heat and allow the it to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the tofu and toss to combine. Serve over rice, if desired. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion (and a squeeze of sriracha if you like it spicy)!
Cooked white rice, Sesame seeds, Green onion, Sriracha
Notes
Storage: Store teriyaki tofu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To make this a full meal, remove the tofu from the air fryer and add 2 cups of broccoli florets. Cook for 4-5 minutes at 400°F and then serve with the sauced tofu