Ebi Tempura

Elevate your seafood dining experience with Ebi Tempura, a beloved Japanese dish that delivers a mouthwatering combination of crunch and flavor. This recipe features plump, juicy shrimp encased in a feather-light, golden batter made from all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and a splash of chilled sparkling water for added crispiness. The batter's lumpy texture ensures an irresistibly crispy coating, while precise frying at 170°C (340°F) locks in the shrimp's succulence. Each bite is perfectly paired with a savory tempura dipping sauce, making this dish a true crowd-pleaser. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple, authentic techniques, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Large shrimp (prawns)
• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 250 milliliters Chilled sparkling water
• 1 piece Egg yolk
• 1000 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 120 milliliters Tempura dipping sauce

Directions

Step 1

Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails intact. Make 2-3 shallow cuts on the underside of each shrimp to prevent them from curling during frying.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the egg yolk and then add the chilled sparkling water. Gently stir to combine.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring with chopsticks or a fork just until combined. The batter should be lumpy, which helps to create a crispy texture.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 170°C (340°F). It's crucial to maintain this temperature for perfect tempura.

Step 6

Dip each shrimp into the batter, making sure it is well-coated, then carefully place it into the hot oil.

Step 7

Fry the shrimp in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Cook each batch for 2-3 minutes or until the tempura is golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to remove the fried shrimp from the oil and drain on a wire rack or paper towel.

Step 9

Serve the ebi tempura immediately with a side of tempura dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1777.8 grams (1777.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8811

Total Fat 890.70g	1142%
Saturated Fat 128.40g	642%
Polyunsaturated Fat 568.10g
Cholesterol 525mg	175%
Sodium 5021mg	218%
Total Carbohydrate 217.30g	79%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 9.00g
Protein 70.70g	141%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 781mg	17%

*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: 87.4%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 9.5%