🥦 Vegetables
Asian-Style Marinated and Glazed Tofu in Air Fryer – Crispy and Flavorful Recipe
🥘 Ingredients
package (300g, 230g after draining) firm tofu in brine — 1 (10.6 oz)
soy sauce — ½ tablespoon
garlic clove — 1
lemon juice — 1 teaspoon
grated zest of ½ lemon
oyster sauce (or 1 tsp soy sauce + 1 tsp honey for vegan) — 1 tablespoon
harissa or hot paprika / dried chili flakes — ½ teaspoon
sunflower oil — 1 tablespoon
sesame oil — 1 teaspoon
to taste: chili jam or chili sauce (optional)
for serving: cucumber and onion salad (optional)
for serving: plain cooked rice (optional)
👨🍳 Steps
1Drain the tofu and cut it into 8 large cubes.
2Place the cubes between two layers of kitchen towels and press with a heavy cutting board for 15-20 minutes to remove excess liquid.
3Prepare the marinade: mix soy sauce, oyster sauce (or honey with soy sauce), minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, harissa, sunflower oil, and sesame oil.
4Add the drained tofu cubes to the marinade, gently toss to coat, and let marinate for 2-3 hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
5For air fryer: preheat for 5 minutes at 400°F (205°C). Lightly oil the basket. Place cubes with space between them. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 7 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (180°C) and cook for another 5 minutes.
6Alternatively, for oven: preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) with convection. Place cubes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
7Remove cooked tofu cubes and brush with remaining marinade for a glossy shine. Serve with chili jam, cucumber and onion salad, and plain rice.
🛒 Shopping List
1 box (300g) firm tofu in brine, 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 garlic clove, 1 tsp lemon juice, zest from 1/2 lemon, 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or 1 tsp soy sauce + 1 tsp honey for vegan), 1/2 tsp harissa or hot paprika/chili flakes, 1 tbsp sunflower oil, 1 tsp sesame oil, optional: chili jam/sauce, cucumber salad with onion, plain boiled rice