Extra-firm tofu gets pressed until dry, then tossed in a savory marinade built from sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika before a light dusting of cornstarch locks in that signature crisp shell. The air fryer does all the heavy lifting here, turning out deeply golden, crackly-edged cubes with a tender, custardy center in under twenty minutes and barely any oil. A quick shake halfway through the cook keeps every side crisping evenly, so you get that satisfying crunch without a single splash of a deep fryer. Finished with a scatter of sesame seeds and sliced scallions, it's a fast, high-protein bite that works as a snack, a salad topper, or piled over a bowl of rice. This one's a solid, no-fuss option to keep in a gluten free dinner rotation.
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Drain the tofu and cut it into 3/4-inch cubes. Spread the cubes in a single layer on a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels, then press another layer of paper towels firmly on top. Let the tofu press for 15 minutes until the surface feels dry to the touch.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until combined.
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