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Crispy Japanese Tempura Recipe



Tempura is a classic Japanese dish made of seafood or vegetables that are battered and deep-fried until light, crispy, and golden. It's simple to make at home and perfect for a light snack, appetizer, or main meal.

📝 Ingredients:

For the Tempura Batter:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)

  • 1 egg (cold)

  • 1 cup cold water (ice cold)

  • A pinch of baking soda (optional, for extra crispiness)

For the Tempura:

  • 6–8 prawns (peeled and deveined)

  • 1 small sweet potato (thinly sliced)

  • 1 carrot (cut into thin strips)

  • 1 bell pepper (sliced)

  • 4–6 green beans or asparagus

  • Any other vegetables or seafood of your choice

For Frying:

  • Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

For Dipping Sauce (Tentsuyu):

  • ½ cup dashi stock (or water)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp mirin

  • 1 tsp sugar (optional)

  • Grated daikon (optional, for garnish)

🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients

  • Cut all vegetables into thin, even slices for even frying.

  • Pat dry the prawns and veggies to remove moisture.

  • Lightly coat each item with a bit of flour before dipping into the batter. This helps the batter stick better.

2. Make the Batter

  • Beat the egg in a bowl.

  • Add the cold water and mix gently.

  • Add flour and stir lightly with chopsticks. Do not overmix. A few lumps are fine — the batter should be light.

💡 Tip: Keep the batter cold. You can place the bowl over ice if needed.

3. Fry the Tempura

  • Heat oil in a deep pan to 170–180°C (340–360°F).

  • Dip vegetables or prawns into the batter and carefully drop them into the oil.

  • Fry in small batches until golden and crisp (about 2–3 minutes).

  • Remove and drain on paper towels.

4. Make the Sauce

  • In a small pot, combine dashi (or water), soy sauce, mirin, and sugar.

  • Heat gently and stir until combined.

  • Serve warm with grated daikon if available.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve tempura hot with dipping sauce on the side.

  • Great with steamed rice or cold soba noodles.

  • Garnish with lemon slices or fresh herbs if desired.

📌 Tips for Perfect Tempura:

  • Don’t overmix the batter.

  • Use ice-cold water for a crispier texture.

  • Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.

  • Use neutral oil (like canola or sunflower oil).

This crispy Japanese tempura recipe is light, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make. Try it once, and it might become a regular favorite at your table!


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