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Crispy and Delicious: How to Make Perfect Tempura at Home

Updated: Feb 26, 2023


A plate of assorted Japanese tempura, including shrimp, squid, and served with a side of dipping sauce
Enjoy the crispiness and tastiness of Japanese tempura with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Are you a fan of crispy and delicious Japanese tempura? With our easy-to-follow recipe, you can now make authentic tempura at home! Tempura is a popular Japanese dish that consists of battered and deep-fried seafood, vegetables, and meat. It's the perfect dish to serve as an appetizer or main course, and it's sure to impress your friends and family.


Making tempura at home may seem intimidating, but it's actually quite simple if you have the right ingredients and follow a few key steps.

In this post, we'll walk you through the process of making tempura from scratch, including the ingredients you'll need, the steps to prepare the batter and ingredients, and tips for achieving perfect crispy results every time.


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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 egg

  • 1 cup ice-cold water

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • Assorted seafood, vegetables, and meat of your choice (such as shrimp, squid, pumpkin, sweet potato, green beans, etc.)

  • Vegetable oil for frying

Nutrition Value (per serving):

  • Calories: 280

  • Fat: 12g

  • Carbohydrates: 35g

  • Protein: 8g

  • Sugar: 1g

  • Sodium: 120mg

Allergic Information:

  • Gluten: Yes

  • Dairy: No

  • Eggs: Yes

  • Nuts: No

  • Soy: Yes

  • Shellfish: Yes

Time of Preparing:

  • 30 minutes

Serving Size:

  • 4 people

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, egg, ice-cold water, and salt. Mix until the batter is smooth and there are no lumps.

  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or a wok over medium-high heat.

  3. Dip the seafood, vegetables, or meat into the batter and make sure they are fully coated.

  4. Carefully place the battered food into the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown.

  5. Use a slotted spoon to remove the tempura from the oil and place them onto a wire rack to drain the excess oil.

  6. Serve the tempura hot with a side of dipping sauce. Bon Appetit!

A plate of golden-brown shrimp and vegetable tempura, served with a dipping sauce.
Crispy and golden-brown tempura is a delicious Japanese dish that is easy to make at home!

By following these simple steps and using the right ingredients, you can easily make the perfect tempura at home. So why not give it a try and impress your friends and family with your Japanese cooking skills?


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