Air Fryer Thai Peanut Tofu Bites

Name: Thai Peanut Tofu Bites
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: East Asian
Ingredients: 400g firm tofu, cubed; 2 tbsp peanut butter; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp lime juice, 1 tsp chilli flakes, 1 tbsp cornstarch, oil spray

Air fry thai peanut tofu bites at 200°C for 15 minutes.

Pressing the tofu for 10 minutes first is what gets it crisp instead of soft.

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Ingredients

400g firm tofu, cubed
2 tbsp peanut butter (optional)
1 tbsp soy sauce (optional)
1 tsp lime juice, 1 tsp chilli flakes, 1 tbsp cornstarch, oil spray

Nutrition (per serving)

280CAL

21gPROTEIN

12gCARBS

19gFAT

3gFIBER

Estimated from standard ingredient data — actual values vary by brand and exact quantities used.

Steps

Press the tofu to remove excess water, then toss in cornstarch.
Spray with oil and air fry at 200°C for 12–14 min, shaking halfway, until golden.
Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice and a splash of warm water into a smooth sauce.
Toss the hot tofu in the sauce and finish with chilli flakes.

Tip: Pressing the tofu for 10 minutes first is what gets it crisp instead of soft.

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Air Fryer Thai Peanut Tofu Bites

Ingredients

Nutrition (per serving)

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