Shrimp Tempura
Shrimp tempura is a delightful dish that combines crispy, golden batter with succulent shrimp. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, this recipe is easy to make and will impress your guests with its irresistible crunch and flavor. Pair it with a simple dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup tempura batter mix
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 tsp salt (for seasoning)
- For Tentsuyu Sauce: 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup mirin, 1/4 cup dashi broth
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients and have them within reach.
- In a bowl, mix the tempura batter mix with ice-cold water until just combined; lumps are fine.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each shrimp by the tail into the batter, letting excess drip off before placing in the hot oil.
- Fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- For the Tentsuyu sauce, mix soy sauce, mirin, and dashi in a small bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg