Description
Crispy Shrimp Tempura is a delicious Japanese dish featuring shrimp coated in a light, crispy batter and deep-fried to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, combine the cold sparkling water and beaten egg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- Carefully place the battered shrimp into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the shrimp and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy texture.
- Do not overmix the batter; it should be lumpy for the best results.
- Serve with soy sauce or tempura dipping sauce for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Deep frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Crispy Shrimp Tempura, Japanese Tempura, Shrimp Recipe, Fried Shrimp