Best 4 Asparagus Tempura Recipes
**Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable goodness of asparagus tempura, a harmonious blend of crispy, golden-brown batter encasing the tender-crisp spears of asparagus.**
**This Japanese delicacy offers a symphony of textures and flavors, a perfect balance between the light and airy batter and the earthy sweetness of asparagus.**
**In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey through three irresistible asparagus tempura recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish.**
**From the classic tempura to a panko-crusted variation and a flavorful tempura with a dipping sauce, these recipes cater to diverse palates and preferences.**
**Prepare to embark on a delightful adventure as we delve into the art of crafting this tantalizing treat, leaving you with a crispy, succulent dish that will elevate any meal to a memorable experience.**
**So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and let's embark on this culinary expedition together.**
GREEN BEAN AND ASPARAGUS TEMPURA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 13m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour in enough vegetable oil to fill the pan about 1/3 of the way. Heat over medium heat until a deep-frying thermometer, inserted in the oil, reaches 375 degrees F. (If you dont have a thermometer a cube of bread will brown in about 2 minutes.)
- While the oil is heating, in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and baking soda. Add the club soda and sesame oil. Stir until just combined and still lumpy.
- Dip the vegetables in the batter and fry, 3 or 4 at a time, until the batter is golden and crispy, about 60 to 70 seconds. Drain on paper towels.
- Arrange the vegetables on a platter and serve the soy sauce alongside as a dipping sauce.
ASPARAGUS TEMPURA
It's as simple as it sounds: tempura asparagus, deep-fried to a golden crisp. Goes great with ranch and is great for a get-together.
Provided by LLawson
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat 1 to 2 inches of oil in a saucepan or deep fryer over medium-high heat.
- Stir tempura mix and water together to make a loose batter.
- Cut tough ends from the bottom of the asparagus spears. Dip into the batter, making sure spears are evenly coated.
- Carefully add 5 to 6 asparagus spears to the hot oil. Fry until they float to the top, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain on paper towels and season with sea salt. Repeat with remaining asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 965.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
TEMPURA ASPARAGUS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Whisk 1 cup cake flour and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Whisk in 1 cup cold seltzer. Dip 1 bunch trimmed asparagus in the batter and fry in batches in 360 degrees F vegetable oil until crisp, about 2 minutes (drop them in one at a time to prevent sticking). Remove and drain on a rack; season with salt. Serve with ponzu sauce for dipping.
VEGETARIAN PLANET ASPARAGUS WASABI TEMPURA
This is from my favorite vegetarian cookbook, "Vegetarian Planet" by Didi Emmons. This tempura is light, flavorful, and I think, perfect. The original recipe is used with asparagus ... but this makes kickin' onion rings as well!
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 26m
Yield 16 asparagus spears
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine flour, cornstarch, salt, sugar, baking powder, ginger and wasabi powder.
- Add water and beer to the flour mixture; whisk slowly until smooth.
- In a saucepan or skillet at least 8 inches in diameter, heat oil over medium high heat.
- Test oil by dropping in 1/2 teaspoon of batter.
- If it bubbles and fizzes right away, oil is hot enough.
- Dip an asparagus spear into the batter, then carefully into the hot oil.
- Add 7 more, and fry them all 2 to 3 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove them to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Repeat with remaining 8 asparagus spears.
- Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, thin asparagus spears for the best tempura.
- To make the tempura batter, use cold water and ice cubes. This will help the batter stay light and crispy.
- Do not overmix the batter. A few lumps are fine.
- Dip the asparagus spears in the batter and then fry them in hot oil until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan, or the asparagus will not cook evenly.
- Drain the asparagus on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the asparagus tempura with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tempura sauce, ponzu sauce, or soy sauce.
Conclusion:
Asparagus tempura is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. It is perfect for parties or potlucks. With its light and crispy batter and tender asparagus spears, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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