Air Fryer Salt And Pepper Tofu

This article provides a recipe for making air fryer salt and pepper tofu, a popular appetizer at Cantonese dai chow restaurants. The tofu is coated in cornstarch before being air-fried, resulting in a crisp exterior without deep frying. The dish is flavored with garlic, scallions, chilies, and a seasoning mix of white pepper, black pepper, and salt, giving it a signature taste.

The recipe comes from WooHeng Chia’s cookbook The Vegan Asian Kitchen and can be served as an appetizer, snack, or part of a larger meal. The tofu stays crisp while absorbing the flavors from the aromatics and seasoning, making it a simple dish to prepare using ingredients commonly found in many kitchens. By using the air fryer, this recipe simplifies the preparation process while maintaining the crunchy texture that makes the dish appealing.