Jul 14 2026

Tempura Special Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Make Tempura Special Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Batter Ingredients

Vegetable Ingredients

Dipping Sauce Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Vegetables

  1. 1

    Prepare Sweet Potato

    Peel the sweet potato and cut it into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Prepare Zucchini

    Slice the zucchini into thin rounds.

  3. 3

    Prepare Mushrooms

    Clean the mushrooms and slice them in half if they are large.

  4. 4

    Prepare Bell Pepper

    Remove the seeds and slice the bell pepper into thin strips.

  5. 5

    Prepare Broccoli

    Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.

Making the Batter

  1. 6

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  2. 7

    Add Water

    Slowly pour in the cold water while mixing with chopsticks or a whisk until just blended. Do not overmix; the batter should be lumpy.

Frying Tempura

  1. 8

    Heat Oil

    In a deep frying pan or pot, heat oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 9

    Dip and Fry Vegetables

    Dip each prepared vegetable slice into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and carefully place it into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

  3. 10

    Drain Tempura

    Use a slotted spoon to remove the tempura from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Preparing Dipping Sauce

  1. 11

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and chopped green onions.

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