Vegetable Tempura
Vegetable Tempura is a delightful Japanese dish featuring a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables coated in a light, crispy batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make recipe serves as an impressive appetizer for dinner parties or a satisfying snack for cozy nights in. With its addictive crunch and colorful presentation, homemade vegetable tempura is sure to please everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 16 pieces (serves approximately 8) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup tempura batter mix
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- 2 cups vegetable oil (canola or peanut)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup grated daikon radish
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables by washing and slicing them into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the tempura batter mix with ice-cold water until just blended; lumps are fine.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to about 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each vegetable piece into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then gently place them in the hot oil.
- Fry in batches until golden brown (about 2 minutes). Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with soy sauce and grated daikon radish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg