Bang Bang Tofu Bowls
This recipe will get you craving tofu! Try bang bang tofu bowls for an easy, healthy, and plant-based dinner on busy days.
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
Tofu
- 1 block extra firm tofu
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp neutral oil
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp sweet Thai chili sauce
- 2 tsp sriracha or more to taste
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 3 thinly sliced green onions plus more for topping
To Assemble
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups steamed green beans or steamed vegetable of choice
- sesame seeds, green onions, chili crisp condiment optional toppings
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 F.
- Dry your tofu with a kitchen towel. Rip into 1-inch chunks or slightly smaller and place in a large bowl. Add seasonings, oil, and cornstarch and toss well to combine.
- Transfer tofu to air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, tossing halfway, or until tofu is lightly golden and crisp.
- As the tofu is cooking, whisk together all ingredients for sauce in a large bowl. You will add the cooked tofu to this bowl, so make sure it’s big enough.
- Add cooked tofu to the sauce bowl and mix until all tofu pieces are well coated.
- Assemble bowls with rice and steamed vegetables of choice. Add tofu, top with seasonings, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 593kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 1742mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 3mg