Sticky Sesame Tofu Air Fryer
This mouth-watering sticky sesame tofu is the best way to transform your tofu into a delicious dish!
Ingredients
- 1 brick extra firm tofu, pressed
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sticky Sesame Sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup (or 3 tbsp brown sugar)
- 2 large cloves minced garlic
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp hot chili flakes (optional)
- dash hot chili powder or cayenne powder
Topping
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cut tofu into 10 equally sized squares or triangles.
- Rub each piece of tofu with a very thin layer of olive oil.
- Place 3 tbsp of cornstarch in a bowl, and lightly coat each piece with corstarch.
- Air fry the tofu at 390 degrees for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway. (For the oven baked version: bake at 400 degrees for 30 mins flipping halfway).
- While the tofu is cooking, prepare the sticky sesame sauce.
- Mix all sauce ingredients together in a bowl and mix well to combine.
- Add the sauce mixture into a pan on medium heat, and cook for 2-5 minutes or until it thickens.
- Add the cook tofu into the sauce and toss to coat each piece thoroughly. Sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds on top.
- Serve as is, or on a bed of jasmine rice with your favourite steamed vegetables. Enjoy!
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Notes
Maple Syrup:
I used maple syrup in this recipe which has amazing flavour! Although I love maple syrup and believe it is the healthier choice, it tastes even better with brown sugar. You can also substitute in agave.
Air Fryer vs Oven Baked:
This crispy tofu takes only 10-12 minutes to cook in the air fryer and comes out so crispy! If you don't have an air fryer it can easily be baked in the oven at 400 degrees for 30 minutes flipping halfway. Baking takes more than double the time, but still comes out beautifully!
Pan fry or Deep fry:
If you want this to taste more like take-out, simply pan fry in oil, or deep fry until golden brown and crispy.
How to serve:
This sticky sesame tofu can be served on its own as an appetizer or high protein vegan snack. It's best served on a bed of sticky rice with your favourite steamed vegetable such as broccoli or bok choy. Top with a few diced green onions, and some bean sprouts to elevate this vegan dinner!
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