Description
Tempura Shrimp with Dipping Sauce is a delightful culinary experience that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary dish. Enjoy succulent, crispy shrimp enveloped in a light batter that delivers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Paired with a tangy dipping sauce, this dish elevates any meal—whether it’s a cozy dinner at home or an elegant gathering with friends. Perfectly quick and easy to prepare, tempura shrimp is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp wasabi paste (optional)
- 2 tbsp sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by rinsing and patting dry.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and ice-cold water until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each shrimp into the batter and fry until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and prepare the dipping sauce by mixing soy sauce, rice vinegar, wasabi paste, and green onions together.
- Serve hot alongside the dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg