Cilantro Lime Tenders
Cilantro Lime Tenders
Ingredients
For the Tenders
- 1 block extra firm tofu, 350g
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon water
For Garnish
- fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Press the block of extra firm tofu for 30 minutes to remove excess water. This is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
⏱️ 30 min
- 2
Once pressed, tear the tofu block into tender-like shapes and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Add the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder to the bowl with the torn tofu.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Mix well until all the tofu pieces are evenly coated with the seasonings and cornstarch. Ensure every piece is covered for maximum crispiness.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry the coated tofu for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remember to shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping on all sides.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400
- 6
While the tofu is air frying, prepare the sauce. In a separate bowl, combine the lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, sweet chili sauce, and water.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Mix all the sauce ingredients thoroughly until they are well combined and form a smooth glaze.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Once the air-fried tofu is cooked and crispy, transfer it immediately to a clean bowl. Pour the prepared sauce over the hot, crispy tofu.
⏱️ 2 min
- 9
Toss the tofu gently to ensure each piece is completely coated in the hot and sweet, sticky glaze. The warmth of the tofu will help the sauce adhere beautifully.
⏱️ 2 min
- 10
Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Cilantro Lime Tenders
For the Tenders
- 1 block extra firm tofu, 350g
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon water
For Garnish
- fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Press the block of extra firm tofu for 30 minutes to remove excess water. This is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
⏱️ 30 min - 2
Once pressed, tear the tofu block into tender-like shapes and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Add the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder to the bowl with the torn tofu.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Mix well until all the tofu pieces are evenly coated with the seasonings and cornstarch. Ensure every piece is covered for maximum crispiness.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry the coated tofu for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remember to shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping on all sides.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400 - 6
While the tofu is air frying, prepare the sauce. In a separate bowl, combine the lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, sweet chili sauce, and water.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Mix all the sauce ingredients thoroughly until they are well combined and form a smooth glaze.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Once the air-fried tofu is cooked and crispy, transfer it immediately to a clean bowl. Pour the prepared sauce over the hot, crispy tofu.
⏱️ 2 min - 9
Toss the tofu gently to ensure each piece is completely coated in the hot and sweet, sticky glaze. The warmth of the tofu will help the sauce adhere beautifully.
⏱️ 2 min - 10
Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 1 min