Crispy Air Fried Tofu with Cauliflower Rice

 I am not vegan or vegetarian, but I do love this combo! It is important to use the high protein extra firm tofu so that it is firm and dry. You can press your tofu with a heavy pan to get the moisture out. It has to be dry so that it gets crispy. If you have never used nutritional yeast, you are missing out! I love Bragg's nutritional yeast with roasted garlic. You can't find it in the store so I get mine on Amazon, the link is below.  It is high in protein, b vitamins, iron and so much more. It has a nutty, cheesy flavor and tastes great. I also love coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. It is less salty and better for you. I use the cauliflower rice stir fry from Trader Joe's and their tofu. If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake them in the oven. 

Crispy Air Fried Tofu with Cauliflower Rice

for the tofu: 

• 1 block extra firm, high protein tofu pressed, dried and cut into 1-2 inch cubes
• 2 tbs. coconut aminos or soy sauce
• 1 tbs. garlic powder
• 1/3 cup nutritional yeast

for the cauliflower:

• 1 bag Trader Joe's riced cauliflower stir fry
• 1 tbs. sesame oil
• 1 tsp. ginger powder
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 2 tbs. coconut aminos or soy sauce

Toss the cubed tofu in a bowl with the coconut aminos and garlic powder. Coat well. Add the nutritional yeast and toss till well coated.  Spray your air fryer basket with cooking spray and set to 390 degrees. Add your tofu in a single layer and cook for 18-20 minutes, shaking and turning 1/2 way through. While the tofu is cooking, heat a non stick pan over medium heat. Add the sesame oil. Once it is hot, add your cauliflower. Cook over medium-medium high heat for about 5 minutes. Add your ginger, garlic and coconut aminos. Stir and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes until it starts to get a little toasted. Remove to a serving dish and top with the tofu. You can drizzle with a little sesame oil and sriracha if you like it spicy.

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