Description
A healthier twist on the classic Japanese dish, this Air Fryer Agedashi Tofu features crispy golden tofu served in a warm, savory dashi-based sauce—light, comforting, and packed with umami.
Ingredients
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- 400g firm tofu (preferably silken or medium-firm)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for brushing)
- 2 cups dashi stock
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- Grated daikon radish (optional, for garnish)
- Bonito flakes (optional, for garnish)
- Grated ginger (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Press tofu gently with paper towels to remove excess water. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Lightly coat tofu pieces in cornstarch, shaking off the excess.
- Brush tofu with vegetable oil or spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Place tofu in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 200°C (392°F) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- While tofu is cooking, prepare the sauce by combining dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a small saucepan. Heat gently until warm, stirring to dissolve sugar. Do not boil.
- Once tofu is ready, transfer to serving bowls. Pour warm sauce over tofu and garnish with chopped green onions, grated daikon, bonito flakes, and grated ginger if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- For the best texture, use medium-firm or silken tofu and press it well before cooking.
- If you don’t have dashi stock, substitute with a light vegetable broth and a dash of soy sauce.
- To make this vegan, omit bonito flakes and ensure dashi is made with kombu and shiitake instead of fish-based stock.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg