Air Fryer Tofu with Peanut Sauce
Air Fryer Tofu with Peanut Sauce is a crispy, protein-packed vegetarian meal served with creamy peanut sauce and soba noodles.Easy to prepare in just over an hour.Perfect for healthy weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 12.3-ounce packages extra-firm tofu, drained
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 teaspoons grated garlic divided
- 2½ tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce divided
- 3 tablespoons natural smooth peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar or honey
- ¼ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- ⅔ cup cornstarch
- 8 ounces soba noodles cooked
- 5 ounces baby spinach
Instructions
- Pat the tofu dry using paper towels and cut into ¾-inch cubes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together canola oil, half of the grated garlic, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
- Pour one-third of the marinade into a shallow dish, then add the tofu. Pour the remaining marinade over the tofu and gently toss to coat. Let marinate for 45 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, agave nectar, remaining soy sauce, ginger, sriracha, sesame oil, and remaining garlic. Add 1–3 tablespoons hot water until smooth.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Coat each tofu cube evenly with cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
- Arrange tofu in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 15–18 minutes, shaking the basket twice during cooking, until golden and crispy.
- Toss warm soba noodles with spinach and the prepared peanut sauce.
- Top the noodles with the crispy Air Fryer Tofu with Peanut Sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
- Honey creates a richer sweetness, while agave keeps the recipe vegan.
- Almond butter or cashew butter can replace peanut butter.
- Rice noodles also work well if soba noodles aren't available.
- Fresh lime wedges brighten every serving.