20-minute chili lime tofu

20m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Cut an entire block of tofu into cubes.
  2. 2Make the cornflour crust by mixing 2 cups of cornflour, 1 tbsp salt, 2 tbsp chilli powder, and 1 tbsp coriander powder.
  3. 3Add the tofu cubes into the cornflour mix and coat them completely.
  4. 4Add oil to the coated tofu and air fry the tofu at 190°C for 15 minutes.
  5. 5While the tofu is getting crispy, make a quick sauce by combining 1 tbsp chilli oil, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce, 0.5 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp agave syrup, 2 squeezed limes, 0.25 cup water, and 2 tsp cracked black pepper.
  6. 6When the tofu has 6 minutes left in the air fryer, heat up the sauce.
  7. 7Cook the sauce on medium high until it becomes thick.
  8. 8Pour the sauce over the crispy air-fried tofu and mix until all pieces are covered.
  9. 9Serve and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Ingredients

  • 1 block medium firm tofu
  • 2 cups corn flour
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 2 tbsp chilli powder
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • 1 tbsp chilli oil
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce
  • 0.5 tbsp white miso paste
  • 1 tbsp agave syrup
  • 2 limes squeezed
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

air fryer

Tips

  • It's important to season the cornflour mix since we're not seasoning the tofu.
  • Cook the sauce on medium high until it becomes nice and thick.