Best 2 Extra Crisp Vegetable Tempura Recipes
Crispy and flavorful tempura is a beloved Japanese dish that tantalizes taste buds with its light and airy batter enveloping a variety of fresh vegetables. This comprehensive guide unveils the secrets to achieving extra-crisp vegetable tempura, promising an unforgettable culinary experience. Discover the art of creating the perfect batter, selecting the freshest seasonal vegetables, and mastering the delicate frying technique. With detailed instructions and helpful tips, you'll learn how to transform ordinary vegetables into extraordinary tempura masterpieces. Whether you prefer classic favorites like broccoli and carrots or seek to explore more unique options like lotus root and shishito peppers, this collection of recipes has something for every palate. Prepare to embark on a delightful journey into the world of vegetable tempura, where each bite bursts with flavor and crispiness.
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HOW TO MAKE CRISPY TEMPURA AT HOME RECIPE BY TASTY
Rie teaches you all the tips and tricks you need to make perfect tempura at home every time. Try it with some of the classics as shown here, or swap in your own favorite vegetables and seafood.
Provided by Rie McClenny
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Make the tempura batter: Sift the flour into a large bowl. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg and water until lightly frothy. Add the flour in 3 additions, stirring with chopsticks just to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prepare the shrimp: Trim the tails, then use your knife to scrape the dirt and water from the remaining tail shell. Cut small incisions crosswise on both the top and bottom of the shrimp. This will prevent the shrimp from curling up as it cooks. Do not cut too deep, or the shrimp will fall apart. Pat the shrimp dry between paper towels, then refrigerate until ready to fry.
- Prepare the eggplant: Trim the stem, then cut in half lengthwise. Leaving the top ½ inch (1 ¼ cm) intact, cut 5-6 ½-inch (¼ cm) thick slices down the length of the eggplant.
- Fry the kabocha squash: Fill a medium pot about halfway with oil. Heat over medium heat until it reaches 320°F (160°C).
- Coat the kabocha wedges lightly with flour, dusting off any excess. Dip the wedges in the tempura batter. Fry in the hot oil for 4-5 minutes, or until tender. Let any excess oil drip off, then transfer to a wire rack set over a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
- Fry the eggplant: Increase the oil temperature to 340°F (170°C).
- Coat the eggplant lightly with flour, dusting off any excess. Dip in the tempura batter. Fry in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes, or until tender. Transfer to the wire rack to drain.
- Fry the shrimp: Increase the oil temperature to 350°F (180°C).
- Lightly coat the shrimp with flour, dusting off any excess. Dip in the tempura batter. Add the shrimp to the hot oil. Dip your fingers into the tempura batter and drizzle over the shrimp. This will make them extra crunchy. Fry the shrimp for 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through. Transfer to the wire rack to drain.
- Serve the tempura immediately with dipping sauce or seasoned salt alongside.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 9 grams
VEGETABLE TEMPURA
Crisp and delicious vegetable tempura makes an impressive Japanese appetizer. Serve with the dipping sauce or simply with soy sauce if you prefer a vegetarian option.
Provided by ChefJackie
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Beans and Peas
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk light soy sauce, mirin, and dashi granules together in a bowl for the sauce; set aside.
- Whisk water and egg yolks together in a bowl until well combined. Sift in flour and whisk until just combined; batter will be a bit lumpy.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or a deep saucepan until very hot, but not smoking.
- Dip sweet potato, onion, bell pepper, green beans, and shiitake mushrooms one by one into the batter and transfer immediately into the hot oil. Deep-fry tempura in batches, making sure to not overcrowd the wok, until batter is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from oil and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat until all vegetables have been used. Serve hot with dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 216 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the freshest, highest-quality vegetables you can find. This will ensure that your tempura is flavorful and crispy.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes and shapes. This will help them cook evenly.
- Toss the vegetables in a light coating of cornstarch or tapioca flour before dipping them in the tempura batter. This will help the batter adhere to the vegetables and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Make sure the tempura batter is cold. This will help the batter set quickly and prevent the vegetables from becoming greasy.
- Fry the tempura in hot oil until golden brown. This will ensure that the vegetables are cooked through and crispy.
- Drain the tempura on paper towels before serving. This will remove any excess oil.
Conclusion:
Vegetable tempura is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables! With a little practice, you can make perfect tempura at home. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give vegetable tempura a try.
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