RCI-SN.002.0286.001
Tempura
Tempura is one of the fried foods of Japan. Various meats, fish, and vegetables are dipped in batter and then deep fried until lightly golden.
Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Total25 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- 1 unit
- ice cold water1 cup
- 1 cup
- Enough oil to fry food1 unit
Method
1
Heat cooking oil (peanut oil is best) in a deep pan to 340 - 350° F (~171 - 176°C)
10 minutes
2
Beat the egg in a bowl and add ice cold water (warmer water will produce a sticky batter and more oily tempura).
2 minutes
3
Add flour and mix lightly. Do not overmix batter (a few lumps actually improve the result, adding crispiness).
2 minutes
4
Dip meat or vegetables briefly in the batter and fry until brown.
8 minutes
5
Remove from the oil and drain.
2 minutes
6
Serve hot.
1 minutes