Easy and Delicious Shrimp Tempura
Crispy Homemade Shrimp Tempura Made Easy with Nobashi Shrimp!
Make crispy and savory shrimp tempura at home! Using easy-to-prepare Nobashi shrimp makes it simple and quick for anyone to create delicious shrimp tempura. Enjoy the satisfying crunch on the outside and the tender, juicy shrimp inside – a perfect treat.
Main Ingredients- 30 Nobashi shrimp
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Nobashi shrimp are convenient for making tempura as they are already peeled and deveined, requiring no further preparation. Simply thaw them naturally, then rinse them gently under running water to prepare. This pre-preparation makes cooking significantly easier.
Step 2
Thoroughly pat the prepared shrimp dry with paper towels. Excess moisture can prevent the batter from adhering properly. Season the shrimp evenly with salt and pepper for flavor. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Coat the seasoned shrimp evenly with tempura flour, ensuring both sides are covered. Gently shake off any excess flour to help the batter stick better.
Step 4
To achieve a crispy batter without breadcrumbs, combine the tempura flour, ice-cold water, and ice-cold carbonated water in a bowl. Mix lightly with chopsticks until just combined; avoid overmixing, as this can develop gluten and make the batter tough. The batter should have a consistency that drips smoothly from the chopsticks.
Step 5
Heat the frying oil to 350-360°F (170-180°C). You can test the temperature by dropping a bit of batter; it should float immediately. Dip the flour-dusted shrimp into the tempura batter and carefully place them into the hot oil. Shrimp tempura cooks quickly, turning golden brown in just a few minutes. Fry in batches to maintain the oil temperature.
Step 6
Freshly fried shrimp tempura is wonderfully crispy and savory even without breadcrumbs. In fact, omitting breadcrumbs can enhance the natural tender texture of the shrimp. The entire process is quick and straightforward.
Step 7
Serve the shrimp tempura with a sweet and tangy chili sauce for the best flavor. Tartar sauce or soy-based dipping sauces are also great options, depending on your preference.
Step 8
Try making crispy and delicious shrimp tempura at home using convenient Nobashi shrimp – they’re just as good as restaurant-style!
