Crispy Shrimp Tempura
Indulge in the crunch of Japanese-style tempura shrimp, featuring a homemade tempura batter. Whether presented as an appetizer, main course, or finger-friendly delight, they are ideal for your upcoming gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt together in a large bowl; make a well in the center.
- Pour water and egg yolk into the well and mix just until moistened; batter will be lumpy. Stir in egg whites.
- Dip one shrimp at a time into batter to coat; do not batter tails.
- When three shrimp have been battered, carefully place them into the deep fryer and fry until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp, battering a few at a time while the previous batch is cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 1222kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 26gFat: 112gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 173mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 244mgFiber: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 4mg
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