Ingredients

  • For the Tofu:
    • 1 block tofu, pressed, frozen, thawed, and cubed
    • ⅓ cup cornstarch
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon turmeric
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • 1-2 tablespoons oil (for air frying)
  • For the Veggies:
    • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 red pepper, sliced
    • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • For the Sauce:
    • 2 tablespoons vegan oyster sauce
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons soy aminos (or soy sauce)
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 lime leaf (optional)
    • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tofu:
    • Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then freeze it. Thaw before use.
    • Cube the tofu.
    • Mix the cornstarch with smoked paprika, salt, turmeric, black pepper, and cumin.
    • Toss the cubed tofu in the cornstarch mixture until well coated.
  2. Air Fry the Tofu:
    • Preheat your air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
    • Once hot, add a splash or two of oil to the air fryer basket.
    • Add the tofu to the basket and shake to coat with oil.
    • Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 5 minutes. Shake the basket.
    • Continue air frying for an additional 3 minutes. Shake the basket again.
    • Air fry for another 3 minutes or until the tofu is crispy.
  3. Cook the Veggies:
    • In a pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
    • Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
    • Add the red pepper and lemon juice, cook until vegetables are tender.
  4. Prepare the Sauce:
    • Mix vegan oyster sauce, brown sugar, soy aminos, sesame oil, lemon juice, lime leaf, and tamarind paste.
    • Adjust the ingredients to taste, cooking on low heat until well combined.
  5. Combine:
    • Toss the crispy tofu with the cooked veggies.
    • Pour the sauce over the mixture and mix until everything is well coated.

Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving, serves 4)

  • Calories: 230 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 6g