Air Fryer Whole Tofu Steak: Crispy Outside, Tender Inside!
Air Fryer Whole Tofu Steak: Crispy Outside, Tender Inside!
Deliciously Simple: Crispy Air Fryer Whole Tofu Recipe
Make a delightful crispy and tender tofu dish effortlessly in your air fryer! Drizzled with olive oil and aromatic dried herbs, it transforms into a meal akin to a steak. Enjoy this special tofu recipe from ‘Sesangui Modeun Recipe’ and ‘Mankey Recipe’ for a healthy and flavorful dining experience.
Main Ingredients- 1 block Tofu (approx. 300-400g)
- 100g Oyster Mushrooms
- 1 Tbsp Dried Basil
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
Sauce Ingredients- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/3 Tbsp Sugar (approx. 1 tsp)
- 1/2 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp Cooking Wine (e.g., Mirin)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/3 Tbsp Sugar (approx. 1 tsp)
- 1/2 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp Cooking Wine (e.g., Mirin)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently pat the tofu block dry with paper towels. Cut it into 2-3 cm thick whole pieces. Make deep cross-shaped scores on the surface of the tofu; this helps the sauce penetrate and ensures even cooking. For the oyster mushrooms, trim the tough base and tear or cut the larger clusters into 2-3 pieces.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/3 Tbsp sugar, 1/2 Tbsp vinegar, and 1/2 Tbsp cooking wine. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved to create the sauce.
Step 3
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Arrange the prepared tofu and oyster mushrooms in a single layer, ensuring they don’t overlap too much for optimal crisping.
Step 4
Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the tofu and mushrooms. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp dried basil, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and drizzle 1 Tbsp olive oil over everything to enhance the flavor. Set the air fryer to 200°C (390°F) and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Flipping the pieces halfway through will help them brown more evenly. The dish is ready when the tofu is golden brown and the mushrooms are tender and juicy.
