Vegetable Tempura with Spicy Sriracha Sauce
Vegetable tempura is a light and crispy Japanese dish that is made by dipping vegetables in a batter and then frying them. The batter is made with chickpea flour, which gives it a slightly nutty flavor. The vegetables are cooked until they are golden brown and crispy, and then served with a spicy sriracha sauce.
Vegetable tempura is a popular dish in Japan, and it is often served as an appetizer or side dish. The dish is believed to have originated in the 16th century, when Portuguese traders introduced the Japanese to the technique of deep frying. Vegetable tempura quickly became popular in Japan, and it is now a staple of Japanese cuisine. There are many different variations of vegetable tempura, but the basic ingredients are always the same: vegetables, batter, and oil. The vegetables can be any type of vegetable, but the most popular vegetables for tempura are broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers. The batter is made with chickpea flour, water, and salt. The oil is usually vegetable oil, but other types of oil can also be used. Vegetable tempura is a relatively easy dish to make, but it does require a bit of practice to get it right. The key to making good tempura is to use a light hand when dipping the vegetables in the batter. If the batter is too thick, it will make the tempura heavy and greasy. The vegetables should also be cooked until they are golden brown and crispy. If they are cooked too long, they will become tough and chewy. Vegetable tempura is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. The most popular dipping sauce for tempura is soy sauce, but other dipping sauces, such as ponzu sauce or spicy sriracha sauce, can also be used.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup chickpea flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers)
  • 1/4 cup spicy sriracha sauce
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the water and whisk until a smooth batter forms.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Dip the vegetables in the batter, then carefully place them in the hot oil.
  5. Cook the vegetables for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  6. Drain the vegetables on paper towels.
  7. Serve the vegetables with the spicy sriracha sauce.
Why It Works
  • The chickpea flour batter gives the tempura a light and crispy texture.
  • The vegetables are cooked until they are golden brown and crispy, which gives them a delicious flavor and texture.
  • The spicy sriracha sauce adds a bit of heat and flavor to the tempura.