Air Fryer Orange Tofu

Air Fryer Orange Tofu

This vegan + gluten free + oil-free Air Fryer Orange Tofu starts out with crispy tofu cubes cooked in your air fryer and tossed in a sweet + zesty orange sauce.  Tastes just like Chinese take-out! YUM!

Air Fryer Orange Tofu My Vegetarian Family #crispytofu #oilfreetofu #veganorangechicken #copycatorangechicken

Tara’s Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Orange Tofu:

  • No Air Fryer? No Problem! Coat your tofu cubes in a thin coating of corn starch or arrowroot + pan-fry until golden brown in a few tablespoons of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Easy!
  • Follow my easy step-by-step tutorial on How to Air Fry Tofu right here.
  • New to Tofu? Check out my Tofu for Beginners right here.
  • No Tofu? Use cauliflower! Follow the same instructions!
  • What should you serve your Orange Tofu with? Steamed brown rice, pour over rice noodles, pair with Air Fried Green Beans or Broccoli, or Perfect Basmati Rice.
  • Use fresh-squeezed orange juice if available to cut down on added sugars in this recipe. If not available, go with whatever you have!
  • The zest is optional but awesome if you want that extra orange/sweet kick.
  • Want to spice it up? Sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes on top, add in a tablespoon of sriracha to your sauce, or a ½ tsp red chili pepper powder.

Need more Asian-inspired recipes?

Try my recipe for Asian Ginger Dressing, Thai Peanut Salad, Thai Coconut Curry, or Vegan Pad Thai.

Air Fryer Orange Tofy | My Vegetarian Family #crispyorangetofu #crisoytofu #orangetofu #airfryertofu #copycatorangechicken #veganorangechicken

This recipe has no ratings just yet.

Air Fryer Orange Tofu

April 27, 2020
: 4-6 people
: 30 min
: Easy

This vegan + gluten free + oil-free Air Fryer Orange Tofu starts out with crispy tofu cubes cooked in your air fryer and tossed in a sweet + zesty orange sauce. Tastes just like Chinese take-out! YUM!

Ingredients
  • Two 14 oz blocks of organic firm or extra firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 3 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 5 tbsp fresh-squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 4 tbsp liquid aminos or soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp coconut palm sugar (sub white cane or brown sugar is ok)
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1-inch fresh ginger finely shredded
  • 1 tbsp corn starch or arrowroot powder
  • ¼ cup water
Directions
  • Step 1 Drain water from tofu
  • Step 2 Cut tofu into cubes
  • Step 3 Place tofu cubes in a glass bowl, sprinkle with 1 tbsp sifted nutritional yeast, (sift through a flour sifter) and then sprinkle with the garlic and onion powder, coat well.
  • Step 4 Place the tofu in the air fryer in a single layer. Air Fry at 390 degrees for 10 minutes, flipping each tofu cube over after 5 minutes of cooking. This will need to be done in batches as the tofu needs to be in a single layer in the air fryer.
  • Step 5 While your tofu cooks, add all remaining ingredients (except the cornstarch and water) to a skillet or pot. Heat over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Mix the cornstarch/arrowroot and cold water in a separate small bowl until you have no lumps. Add to your pot with the orange sauce. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
  • Step 6 After you’re done cooking the batches of tofu, transfer your tofu to the skillet with your orange sauce and gently stir until all tofu is coated.
  • Step 7 Serve immediately with rice and/or vegetables, top with sliced green onions, red pepper flakes.
  • Step 8 Keep leftovers in an airtight glass container for up to 3 days, if you have any!

❤Did you make this Air Fryer Orange Tofu? Leave a comment below! We love comments!

📸I love to see your creations! Follow me on Instagram @myvegetarianfamily and hashtag it #myvegetarianfamily

💌Be sure to subscribe here to my weekly emails for tips and recipes so that you never miss a veggie thing!


Related Posts

Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus (Oil-Free!)

Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus (Oil-Free!)

You will NEVER want to buy store-bought hummus again after you try this easy + yummy + oil-free homemade Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus recipe! This is a snack on regular rotation in our kitchen but can also be rolled into a wrap, dolloped on top of […]

The Only Guacamole Recipe You Will Ever Need

The Only Guacamole Recipe You Will Ever Need

Yes, this truly is the only guacamole recipe you will ever need. Guacamole is SO easy to make once you know how. Just a few simple ingredients, one bowl, and 10 minutes! Perfect for toast, chips, tacos, burritos, and more!



4 thoughts on “Air Fryer Orange Tofu”

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *


Never Miss A Veggie Thing 💚

Subscribe Here For Tara’s Weekly Newsletter filled with Tips + Recipes!