Tempura
Crispy, golden battered vegetables fried quickly in hot oil. A simple, satisfying snack or side dish that comes together in minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a bowl, whisk the 1 egg and 1 cup ice-cold water until combined. Add the 1 cup flour and 0.5 tsp salt; stir just until barely mixed—lumps are fine, do not overmix.
Step 2
Heat the 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles immediately, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Dip the 2 cups vegetables into the batter, letting excess drip off. Carefully place a few pieces into the hot oil without crowding the pan.
Step 4
Fry until golden and crisp, turning once, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Step 5
Serve immediately with a sprinkle of salt or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- deep pot
- slotted spoon
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- paper towels
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