Homemade Shrimp Tempura Batter Simply Home Cooked from simplyhomecooked.com
Introduction
Tempura Prawns are a Japanese delicacy that is enjoyed all over the world. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or a main course. The prawns are coated in a light and crispy batter made from flour, cornstarch, and baking powder. The batter is then deep-fried to give the prawns a golden and crunchy texture. This recipe is easy to make and takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
Ingredients
For the prawns: - 20 large prawns, peeled and deveined - 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1 cup cornstarch - 1 tsp baking powder - 1 tsp salt - 1 cup ice-cold water - vegetable oil for frying For the dipping sauce: - 1/2 cup soy sauce - 1/4 cup rice vinegar - 2 tbsp sugar - 1 tbsp grated ginger - 1 clove garlic, minced - 1 green onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Mix well. 2. Add the ice-cold water to the dry ingredients and mix until you have a smooth batter. 3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot over medium-high heat. 4. Dip the prawns into the batter, making sure they are fully coated. 5. Carefully place the prawns into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. 6. Remove the prawns from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil. 7. Repeat the process until all the prawns are cooked.
Making the Dipping Sauce
1. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. 2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. 3. Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and sliced green onion to the sauce. 4. Bring the sauce to a boil, then remove it from the heat and let it cool. 5. Serve the dipping sauce alongside the tempura prawns.
Tempura Prawns are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that anyone can enjoy. The light and crispy batter combined with the succulent prawns is a taste that you won't forget. Serve them as an appetizer or a main course, they are perfect for any occasion. Try making them at home and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
