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Golden-brown Air Fryer Tofu Balls with textured crispy crusts and light char marks.
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Air Fryer Tofu Balls with Glossy Sweet Chili Glaze

Crispy, golden-brown Air Fryer Tofu Balls coated in a glossy, translucent sweet chili sauce. These vegan-friendly spheres feature a textured crust, fresh green onions, and savory minced garlic for the perfect high-protein appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 14 oz (400g) Extra-firm tofu Pressed and crumbled
  • 3 tbsp (24g) Cornstarch Divided
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Sesame oil Or avocado oil spray
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) Sweet chili sauce Glossy style
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 0.5 tsp (1g) Red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp Green onions Thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp White sesame seeds

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer Basket style preferred
  • 1 Tofu press Or heavy weights

Method
 

Prep the Tofu
  1. Press the tofu for 20 minutes to remove moisture, then crumble into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix crumbled tofu with 1 tbsp cornstarch and roll into 1.5-inch spheres. Coat in remaining cornstarch.
Air Fry
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray spheres with oil and cook for 15-18 minutes until golden-brown with char marks.
Glaze and Serve
  1. Simmer sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, and pepper flakes in a pan until thick and glossy.
  2. Toss fried balls in the sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalProtein: 12gFat: 9gFiber: 3g

Notes

Ensure the tofu is extra-firm for the best sphere shape.
Reheat in the air fryer to maintain the crispy texture.
Keyword Air Fryer Tofu Balls,crispy tofu,Sweet Chili Tofu

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