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Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets

Kelly Jensen
These air fryer tofu nuggets are perfectly crispy, simple to make, and ready in 30 minutes! A high protein plant based dinner or snack!  A great way for kids to eat more plant protein, and also perfect for adults to add to a grain bowl for some extra protein.
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Cook Time 26 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 121 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 16 ounce block extra firm tofu unpressed
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Montreal steak spice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons corn starch
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees.
  • Cut tofu into 1 inch cubes, and add to a bowl. Add all ingredients to a bowl, and mix well to combine. Make sure each piece of tofu is coated evenly in spices and corn starch.
  • When air fryer is finished preheating, add the tofu to the air fryer basket. Cook at 370 for 26 minutes, shaking halfway.
  • Once finished cooking, carefully plate the tofu (the air fryer basket will be hot) and dip into your favorite sauces, add the crispy tofu nuggets to a veggie bowl or salad, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 9gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 78mgPotassium: 215mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 2mg
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