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Sticky Ginger Tofu

Sticky Ginger Tofu is an Asian-inspired dish that is easy to make and packed so full of flavor, you may have just found your new favorite tofu dish!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 block Tofu firm or extra firm
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
  • 1 tsp Minced Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Ginger diced and fresh

Instructions

  • Press your tofu for 12 minutes. Tightening the knobs on the Tofu Press every 3-4 minutes.
    A small plate containing a block of tofu next to a plate holding a tofu press
  • Remove the tofu block from the press, cut tofu into cubes. Put cubes into a gallon sized baggie, add soy sauce, garlic and ginger.  Shake the baggie to evenly distribute the ingredients.
    Cubed tofu in a clear ziplock bag, marinating in sticky ginger coating
  • Set the air fryer temperature for 370f/187c. Turn on the Air Fryer for 12 minutes. (You may need to add a few minutes if you like crispier tofu).
    Cubed tofu in black air fryer basket
  • When the tofu is done cooking, divide equally among plates or food prep storage containers. This tofu serves well with air fryer green beans.
    Cooked cubes of tofu in a black air fryer basket

Notes

Handy Hint: This recipe is perfect for meal prep! So if you have hungry tummies to feed during the week, Sticky Ginger Tofu is ideal!
Pro Tip: This recipe can be made in the air fryer unit with a basket or the air fryer oven. If you are using the air fryer oven, use the middle rack and select the "Air Fry" function.
Pro Tip: Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Sometimes airfrying is a trial and error process. Check your food as it cooks to learn your air fryer better!  When cooking a new recipe or food items be sure to check your food often to help avoid over/under cooking.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 11kcal | Carbohydrates 1g | Protein 2g | Fat 0.03g | Saturated Fat 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g | Sodium 754mg | Potassium 39mg | Fiber 0.2g | Sugar 0.3g | Vitamin A 0.1IU | Vitamin C 0.4mg | Calcium 5mg | Iron 0.4mg
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