Description
Indulge in the light and crispy delight of Easy 20-Minute Shrimp Tempura, a dish that transforms your kitchen into a gourmet haven. With succulent shrimp enveloped in a golden, airy batter, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy the satisfying crunch with every bite, paired with a zesty dipping sauce that elevates the experience. In just 20 minutes, you can savor this restaurant-quality dish from the comfort of your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ? cup cornstarch
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- ? teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- ? cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon wasabi paste (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything needed.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add cold sparkling water until you achieve a smooth batter.
- Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches for about two minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked shrimp to paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg