Air Fryer Tofu with Peanut Sauce and Soba

Name: Air Fryer Tofu with Peanut Sauce and Soba
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 12.3-oz. packages extra-firm tofu, drained; 3 tbsp. canola oil; 2 tsp. grated garlic, divided; 2 1/2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce, divided; 3 tbsp. natural smooth peanut butter; 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice; 1 tsp. agave nectar or honey; 1/4 tsp. grated ginger; 1 tsp. sriracha; 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil; 2/3 c. cornstarch; 8 oz. soba noodles, cooked per package directions; 5 oz. baby spinach

Made with buckwheat flour, these noodles amp up the nutty flavor in your bowl.

By Kate MerkerPublished: Feb 24, 2023

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Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

35 mins

Cal/Serv:

697

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In this simple but satisfying dish, garlic-soy marinated tofu is dredged in cornstarch and air-fried until golden brown and crisp—the perfect protein-packed topping for soba tossed with an addicting peanut sauce. We’re obsessed!

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Ingredients

2
12.3-oz. packages extra-firm tofu, drained
3 Tbsp.
canola oil
2 tsp.
grated garlic, divided
2 1/2 Tbsp.
low-sodium soy sauce, divided
3 Tbsp.
natural smooth peanut butter
1 Tbsp.
fresh lime juice
1 tsp.
agave nectar or honey
1/4 tsp.
grated ginger
1 tsp.
sriracha
1 tsp.
toasted sesame oil
2/3 cup
cornstarch
8 oz.
soba noodles, cooked per package directions
5 oz.
baby spinach

Directions

1. Step 1Pat tofu dry with paper towels and cut into 3/4-inch cubes.
2. Step 2In small bowl, whisk together canola oil, half of garlic, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Transfer one-third to small baking dish, coating bottom evenly. Add tofu and pour remaining marinade on top. Gently turn tofu to coat and let sit at room temp 45 minutes.
3. Step 3In medium bowl, combine peanut butter, lime juice, and agave nectar with remaining 11/2 tablespoons soy sauce. Whisk in ginger, sriracha, sesame oil, and remaining garlic. If needed, gradually whisk in 1 to 3 tablespoons hot water. Set aside.
4. Step 4Heat air fryer to 400°F. Carefully dredge marinated tofu in cornstarch, coating evenly and shaking off excess. Add tofu to air fryer basket, spacing apart. Air-fry, shaking basket twice, until golden brown and crisp, 15 to 18 minutes.
5. Step 5Meanwhile, in large bowl, toss warm soba noodles with baby spinach and peanut sauce. Serve topped with crispy tofu.