Easy 20 Minute Agedashi Tofu (Air Fryer Recipe) (2024)

FAQs

How long do you cook tofu in the air fryer? ›

Air fry at 400°F for 11-15 minutes, tossing halfway so that the tofu cooks evenly on all sides. The tofu is ready when it's crisp and browned around the edges. Keep an eye on it during the last few minutes of cooking, as the exact cooking time will depend on your specific air fryer. That's it!

Can Air Fryer Tofu Be Made Without Marinade? Technically yes (just drizzle with olive oil and add a pinch of salt), but remember tofu is bland on its own. If you make it without the marinade, be sure you have a robust sauce to coat it in afterwards.

Cut the tofu up into easy-to-eat squares and cover these entire surfaces with flour. Heat the deep-frying oil to 180℃ (356F) and place the tofu squares inside, deep-fry for 4~5 minutes until crispy. Remove from the oil and sprinkle on soy sauce prior to eating.

Is Agedashi tofu healthy? Agedashi tofu is relatively healthy and makes a great source of lean, plant-based protein that contains all nine essential amino acids.

If you're cooking slices or cubes, cut the tofu into slices, layer them between paper towels and weigh down the individual slices. The finished tofu should be spongy yet dry (you'll need to weigh it down for 30 minutes to 2 hours).

A quick soak in boiling salted water, plus the well-circulated high heat of the air fryer combine for the best crispy, chewy, and flavourful tofu. The salt water soaking step draws excess moisture out of the firm or extra firm tofu, making for a crispy-crunchy and well-seasoned end result.

Cut the pressed tofu into 1 inch pieces and toss it with the marinade until fully covered. Let the tofu marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 days. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the marinated tofu into a gallon size plastic bag. Sprinkle with the cornstarch and gently shake the bag to coat.

Here's the thing: even though tofu might be labeled firm or extra-firm, it contains a lot of water. This excess water can cause the tofu to crumble when you cook it, and it will also have a hard time crisping up. But when you press tofu, you remove the excess moisture.

Use a good olive oil for a Mediterranean-style tofu salad or sesame oil or roasted peanut oil for an Asian tofu salad. For pan-frying and especially deep-frying, it's best to use neutral oils with high smoke points, like arachide oil and sunflower oil.

What oil is best for frying tofu? ›

If you want a nutty flavor, she suggests trying semi-refined peanut oil (such as Lion & Globe), or blending unrefined peanut oil one-to-one with a neutral cooking oil. Cook the tofu over medium to medium-high heat, searing it for one to two minutes on each side.

This is quite simple. We'll simply preheat the oven to 425F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the tofu (minus the excess marinade) that's been coated in our starch onto the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Loire Muscadet, a white wine from the western end of the Loire Valley in France, would be a fitting choice for Agedashi Tofu. This wine is known for its light body and crisp acidity, which can cut through the richness of the fried tofu and balance the savory sauce.

The significant disadvantages of Tofu may cause allergies in some people. The symptoms of soy allergies include skin rash, inflammation, itching, fainting, breathing difficulty, abdominal pain and throat swelling. In rare scenarios, Tofu may cause osteoporosis and estrogen-related cancer.

What does Agedashi Mean? Agedashi(揚げ出し) literally means "fried and soaked in dashi stock. It's most commonly used to refer to a preparation for tofu, but other ingredients, such as eggplant, can prepared in this style (though it is usually referred to as Agebitashi when made with vegetables).

Do not overcrowd the pan. Allow tofu to cook, undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes or until the underside is golden brown and crispy. Step 2: Flip the tofu pieces and season the cooked side with salt. Allow the second side to cook for an additional 4 minutes or until the second side is golden brown and crispy.

Spread the tofu evenly onto the baking sheet. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until browned around the edges. Remove and serve warm.

Wrap the block of tofu in a clean tea towel then put it on a large plate with a lip. Put something heavy such as a frying pan on top, weight it down further with cans and jars, and leave for 30 mins. The tofu will be about two-thirds its original thickness, and up to 100ml water will have been removed.

Step 3: Press the tofu by placing paper towels, and something heavy on top. I usually use a sheet pan, and put heavy cans on top. Press for at least 30 minutes if you want super firm tofu. You should see a pool of water that has come out, and it should look and feel very dense.