Air Fryer Bang Bang Tofu

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Air-fried bang bang tofu that is seasoned on the inside, crispy on the outside, and dipped in a sweet-heat sauce for a party in your mouth with every bite. Serve in lettuce wraps if desired.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Updated on December 20, 2023
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • ½ cup sweet chili sauce

  • 1 ½ tablespoons Sriracha sauce

  • 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs

  • 1 green onion, chopped

Directions

  1. Place tofu onto a plate lined with several paper towels. Cover tofu with more paper towels and another plate. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top and press tofu for 30 minutes. Drain and discard any accumulated liquid and cut tofu into 1/2-inch cubes.

  2. Place cubed tofu into a large bowl and drizzle with sesame oil. Gently stir and let sit for 20 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, make bang bang sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha sauce in a medium bowl until smooth. Place bread crumbs in a separate bowl.

  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  5. Mix tofu with 1/2 cup bang bang sauce until evenly combined. Coat tofu in bread crumbs and place in the air fryer basket, making sure tofu pieces do not overlap. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to do this in batches.

  6. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 5 minutes. Shake and cook for 3 minutes more. Garnish with green onion and serve with remaining bang bang sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

688 Calories
57g Fat
45g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 688
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 57g 73%
Saturated Fat 9g 44%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 1094mg 48%
Total Carbohydrate 45g 17%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 13g 25%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 350mg 27%
Iron 6mg 31%
Potassium 136mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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