Shrimp Tempura Recipe
tempura shrimp, crabstick, cucumber, and eel sauce
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Ingredients
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Tempura Batter
Shrimp and Vegetables
Eel Sauce
Oil for Frying
Method
Prepare the Tempura Batter
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water to the dry mixture. Stir gently to combine until just mixed. Do not over-mix; some lumps are fine.
Prepare the Shrimp and Vegetables
Make Eel Sauce
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sugar, cornstarch, and water.
- 6
Heat the Sauce
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
Fry the Tempura
- 7
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Dip and Fry
Dip shrimp and vegetables into the tempura batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place them in the hot oil.
- 9
Fry Until Golden
Fry the items in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve
- 10
Plate the Dish
Arrange the tempura shrimp, crab sticks, and cucumber on a serving platter.
- 11
Drizzle Eel Sauce
Drizzle the cooled eel sauce over the tempura and serve immediately.
