Jun 08 2026
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Tempura Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

veggie 7pc | prawn 6pc | mixed-3pc veggie & 4pc prawn

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Ingredients

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Vegetable Tempura

Prawn Tempura

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and slice the zucchini, carrot, and sweet potato into thin strips. Trim the green beans.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Prawns

    Peel and devein the prawns, leaving the tails on for easier handling.

Batter and Fry

  1. 3

    Make the Batter

    In a bowl, mix the tempura flour, cold water, and salt until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are fine.

  2. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat oil to 350°F (175°C) for frying.

  3. 5

    Fry the Vegetables

    Dip the vegetable strips into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 6

    Fry the Prawns

    Dip the prawns into the batter and fry in the same hot oil until they turn golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Arrange the tempura vegetables and prawns on a serving platter. Serve immediately with dipping sauce, like soy sauce or tentsuyu.

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