Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets
Crisp, golden tofu nuggets with a savory garlic-panko coating, ready quickly in the air fryer. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or tuck them into wraps and bowls.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 15 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 14 oz firm tofu
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 serving cooking spray
Cooking instructions
- Press the tofu under a heavy pan between paper towels for 10 minutes. Pat it dry, then cut it into 1-inch cubes. (about 10 min)
- In a shallow bowl, stir together the cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Beat the egg in a second bowl. Place the panko in a third bowl. (about 2 min)
- Coat each tofu cube in the seasoned cornstarch, dip it in the egg, and roll it in the panko, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere. (about 5 min)
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Lightly coat the basket with cooking spray and arrange the tofu in a single layer, leaving space between pieces. Spray the tops lightly. (about 3 min) — 390°F
- Air-fry for 12 to 15 minutes, turning the nuggets once halfway through, until the coating is crisp and golden. Serve immediately. (about 15 min) — 390°F