Chicken Tempura

Crispy, golden perfection meets tender chicken in this irresistible Chicken Tempura recipe! Delicately battered with a light and airy combination of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder, these chicken strips are fried to achieve an exquisite crunch. The addition of an ice-cold egg-water mixture ensures the tempura batter stays flawlessly crisp. Served alongside a savory, tangy dipping sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and green onions, this dish balances flavor and texture beautifully. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a shareable appetizer. Whether you're craving Japanese-inspired cuisine or looking to impress guests, this Chicken Tempura offers a restaurant-quality experience right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Chicken breasts
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Ice-cold water
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon Finely chopped green onions

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into thin, long strips about 1/2 inch wide.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg and pour in the ice-cold water. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Slowly add the egg and water mixture to the flour mixture, stirring gently until you have a smooth batter. Be careful not to over-mix; it's okay if a few lumps remain.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). While the oil is heating, prepare the dipping sauce.

Step 6

For the dipping sauce, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and finely chopped green onions in a small bowl. Stir thoroughly and set aside.

Step 7

Once the oil has reached the desired temperature, dip each chicken strip into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 8

Carefully place the battered chicken strips into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot; fry in batches if necessary.

Step 9

Fry the chicken tempura for 3-4 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 11

Repeat the process until all the chicken strips are cooked.

Step 12

Serve the hot chicken tempura with the prepared dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1841.5 grams (1841.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8543

Total Fat 859.70g	1102%
Saturated Fat 125.60g	628%
Polyunsaturated Fat 539.60g
Cholesterol 548mg	183%
Sodium 4340mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 133.20g	48%
Dietary Fiber 4.10g	15%
Total Sugars 6.50g
Protein 147.70g	295%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 101mg	8%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 439mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.3%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 6.0%