Boil the tofu in the marinade

• Combine the vegetable broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic and soy sauce in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
• Add the tofu tenders and simmer so the marinade soaks all the way through and the texture improves.
• Drain the tofu well and let it cool slightly.

Bread the tenders

• Coat each tofu tender in cornstarch.
• Dip in a little of the marinade or water, then press into the breadcrumbs until fully coated.
• Lightly brush or spray the tenders with olive oil.

Air fry until crispy

• Arrange the breaded tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Air fry at 200 °C, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.

Make the lemon pepper sauce

• Whisk the vegan mayonnaise with the lemon pepper seasoning, lemon juice and maple syrup.
• Taste and adjust the pepper and lemon to your liking.

Smother and serve

• Toss the crispy tenders in the lemon pepper sauce or drizzle it generously over the top.
• Serve immediately.