Seafood Tempura Recipe
Indulge in our Seafood Tempura, a delightful medley of fresh shrimp, calamari, and seasonal fish, expertly coated in a light and crispy tempura batter. Each bite offers a perfect balance of tender seafood and airy crunch, served with a zesty dipping sauce that enhances the flavors. A must-try for seafood lovers looking for a unique and satisfying treat!
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Tempura Batter
For Frying
Dipping Sauce
Method
Prepare the Seafood
- 1
Pat the shrimp, squid, and fish dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Make the Tempura Batter
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
- 3
Fry the Seafood
- 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Dip each piece of seafood into the tempura batter, allowing excess batter to drip off.
- 6
Carefully place the battered seafood in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Remove the tempura from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Dipping Sauce
- 8
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, and grated daikon radish.
Serve
- 9
Serve the seafood tempura hot, accompanied by the dipping sauce.


