Crunchy and Light Tempura Batter Recipe

Tempura is a traditional Japanese dish that consists of lightly battered and deep-fried vegetables, seafood, or meat. The secret to perfect tempura lies in the batter - it should be light, crispy, and flavorful. With this easy tempura batter recipe, you can recreate the deliciousness of tempura right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup ice-cold water
• 1 egg
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the ice-cold water and egg.
3. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix - a few lumps are okay.
4. Place the batter in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to chill.
5. Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or deep fryer to a temperature of 350°F (175°C).
6. Dip your desired vegetables, seafood, or meat into the tempura batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.
7. Carefully place the battered pieces into the hot oil, frying only a few at a time to avoid overcrowding the pan.
8. Fry the tempura for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through cooking.
9. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, remove the cooked tempura from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
10. Repeat the battering and frying process with the remaining ingredients.
11. Serve the tempura immediately while it's still hot and crispy.
12. You can enjoy the tempura on its own or serve it with soy sauce, tempura dipping sauce, or grated daikon radish.

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