Description
Crispy Bang Bang Tofu tossed in a creamy, sweet-spicy sauce and served over rice with fresh veggies. This easy air fryer or pan fried recipe is perfect for quick, flavor-packed weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Tofu:
1 (14–16 oz) block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1–2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 ½ tablespoon sweet Thai chili sauce
1 ½ teaspoon Sriracha
½ teaspoon rice vinegar
Optional for Serving:
Cooked jasmine or white rice
Shredded purple cabbage
Julienned carrots
Sliced cucumber
Avocado
Edamame
Sesame seeds
Lime wedges
Instructions
Prep the Tofu:
Press tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut or tear into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, toss with soy sauce and olive oil. Add cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.Cook the Tofu (Air Fryer):
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Arrange tofu in a single layer. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and golden.Cook the Tofu (Pan Fried):
Heat 1–2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tofu in a single layer. Cook for 8–12 minutes, flipping occasionally until golden and crispy on all sides.Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet Thai chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar until smooth.Combine:
Transfer cooked tofu to a bowl and toss with half of the sauce until coated.Assemble:
Divide rice into bowls. Top with tofu, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and desired toppings. Drizzle remaining sauce and finish with sesame seeds and lime.
Notes
Pressing tofu is key for achieving a crispy texture.
Do not overcrowd the pan or air fryer to avoid steaming.
Add sauce after cooking to keep tofu crispy.
Adjust Sriracha for your preferred spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer / Pan Fried
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
