Crispy Tofu Fries (in the Air Fryer)

Bowl of crispy tofu fries made in the air fryer with yellow mustard.

Crispy Tofu Fries (in the Air Fryer)

French fries made from tofu? Oh yes! These protein-filled plant-powered tofu fries are all the best of classic fries, plus so much more. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and crusted with a crispy savory nutritional yeast coasting. Get your air fryer ready, because once you try these, you'll be making them a lot.

Course Appetizer, Appetizer or Snack, Snack

Cuisine Amercan

Keyword air fryer tofu, easy fries

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 120kcal

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 block tofu super-firm or extra-firm (the kind in a vacuum-sealed package)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons corn starch
¼ cup nutritional yeast

Instructions

Open and drain the block of super-firm (or extra-firm) tofu and pat dry with a towel. Using a sharp knife, slice into fry shapes (see video for instructions). Place tofu fries in a mixing bowl.
Sprinkle on the salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and toasted sesame oil and mix until evenly coated.
Add corn starch and mix until evenly coated.
Add nutritional yeast and gently mix until all tofu is fully and evenly coated. It's okay if there are some loose nutritional yeast flakes at the bottom of the bowl.
In an air fryer basket, spread tofu fries evenly in a single layer (not touching) and cook for 20 minutes at 390° F, pausing to shake the fries twice during this time. Note: every air fryer is a little different—some require preheating, others don't—so keep a close eye to get your perfect fry.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Video

Notes

These air fryer tofu fries are best enjoyed fresh, soon after making them. If you have leftovers, store in an air-tight container and reheat in the air fryer again when you're ready to enjoy them!

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