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tempura

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Tempura is a traditional Japanese dish usually consisting of seafood or vegetables that have been battered and deep-fried. The batter is typically light and airy, made from cold water, wheat flour, and sometimes eggs or baking soda. The dish is commonly served with a dipping sauce, such as tentsuyu sauce, and is often garnished with daikon. Tempura has been popular in Japan since the 16th century, influenced by Portuguese missionaries and traders.

ice water

panko bread crumbs

baking soda

salt

vegetable oil

flour

white sugar

sweet potatoes

bell pepper

carrot

dried shrimp

egg

onion

zucchini

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 egg

  • 1 cup ice water

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon white sugar

  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs

  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

  • 2 large bell peppers, cut into strips

  • 2 sweet potatoes, sliced into thin rounds

  • 1 zucchini, cut into thin strips

  • 1 onion, cut into thin rings

  • 1 carrot, cut into thin strips

  • 8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined


Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, egg, ice water, baking soda, salt, and sugar until smooth.

  2. Place the panko bread crumbs in a shallow dish.

  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  4. Dip the vegetables and shrimp into the batter, then coat with the panko crumbs.

  5. Fry the vegetables and shrimp in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.

  6. Drain on paper towels before serving.