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Tempura is one of the most iconic techniques of Japanese cuisine, which involves coating and frying seafood and vegetables in a light, crispy batter. This recipe for shrimp and mixed vegetable tempura is perfect for those looking for an elegant yet simple dish to prepare at home. Its origins date back to the 16th century, when Portuguese missionaries introduced frying to Japan, and since then it has evolved into a culinary art.
The key to good tempura lies in the batter: it must be cold and light, made with special tempura flour, egg, and ice-cold water. This creates a golden, airy crust that wraps the ingredients without absorbing too much oil. The shrimp are peeled leaving the tail, and vegetables like peppers, onion, and carrot are cut into thin strips so they cook quickly.
This recipe is ideal for a casual dinner or as an appetizer, and it allows for variations: you can use zucchini, eggplant, or mushrooms. Serve hot, accompanied by soy sauce and grated ginger to enhance the flavors. With this guide, you'll achieve a crispy, delicious tempura that will impress your guests.
Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Servings
4
1. Peel and clean the shrimp, leaving the tail intact. Cut the peppers into thin strips, the onion into rings, and the carrot into thin sticks.
2. In a bowl, combine the tempura flour, egg, and cold water. Beat until a homogeneous batter forms.
3. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
4. Dip the shrimp and vegetables in the tempura batter, making sure they are completely covered.
5. Fry the shrimp and vegetables in the hot oil for 4-5 minutes or until golden and crispy.
6. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
7. Serve hot, accompanied by soy sauce and ginger.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is 10 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
