Tofu Nuggets
These crispy tofu nuggets come together in the air fryer easy, protein-packed, and perfect for dunking in dairy-free ranch.
Yield: 20–24 nuggets
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Special Equipment: Air fryer, mixing bowls
Ingredients
1 package vacuum-sealed tofu
2 cups tapioca flour or cornstarch
½ cup avocado oil
2 limes
2 tbsp vegan mayo
Hot sauce
Adobo seasoning
Garlic powder
Paprika
Sea salt
Oil for cooking, if needed for your air fryer
Directions
Tear the tofu into nugget-sized pieces. Lightly coat the pieces with adobo seasoning (a little goes a long way).
In a large bowl, whisk together the juice of both limes, avocado oil, and vegan mayo until you have a dressing-like marinade. Add garlic powder and a pinch of sea salt.
In another bowl, mix tapioca flour with more garlic powder and a good amount of paprika.
Dip each tofu nugget into the marinade, then dredge well in the seasoned tapioca flour.
Arrange the dredged nuggets on a plate and freeze for 15 minutes.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
Place the nuggets in the basket in a single layer—work in batches to avoid overcrowding. Air fry for 15 minutes until golden and crispy.
While still hot, transfer the nuggets to a bowl, sprinkle with sea salt, and drizzle with hot sauce. Toss gently to coat.
Serve with plant-based ranch on the side.
