# Hot Crispy Tofu

This recipe makes hot crispy tofu packed with over 24g of protein for only 358 calories.

- Servings: 2 servings
- Total time: 30 min
- Cuisine: Korean
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 block extra firm tofu
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 second spray spray oil
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp gochugaru
- 0.5 cup water
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 medium green onion
- 0.25 whole jalapeno
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds

## Instructions

1. Drain and pat dry your tofu.
2. Slice the tofu into 1-inch cubes.
3. Coat the tofu cubes with cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and spray oil.
4. Cook the tofu in an air fryer at 390°F for 15 minutes, making sure to flip it halfway through, or until golden brown and crispy.
5. In a bowl, combine gochugaru, water, sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, sesame seeds, diced jalapeno, and diced green onions for the dipping sauce.
6. Dip your crispy tofu into the sauce and enjoy.

## Equipment

- knife
- cutting board
- air fryer
- bowl
- chopsticks

## Tips

- Staying hydrated is just as important as eating healthy.
- The addictive contrast between the crispy exterior and the silky interior is key to good crispy tofu.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeno to your heat preference.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8kFyXTp/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/65f61d9f-58a1-4d04-af65-41776dcea1af
- Extracted: 2025-07-27

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