Vegetable Tempura with Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce
**Vegetable Tempura with Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce** Tempura, the Japanese art of deep-frying battered seafood and vegetables, is a crowd-pleaser for a reason. The light, crispy batter gives way to tender-crisp vegetables, and the dipping sauce adds a perfect balance of flavor. This recipe for vegetable tempura with spicy soy dipping sauce is a great way to enjoy this classic dish at home. The key to making great tempura is in the batter. The batter should be light and airy, so it doesn't weigh down the vegetables. It should also be cold, which helps to prevent the batter from becoming greasy. For this recipe, we use a combination of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. The cornstarch helps to create a crispy batter, while the baking powder helps to make the batter light and airy. The cold water helps to keep the batter cold and prevents it from becoming greasy. Once the batter is made, it's time to dip the vegetables. We use a variety of vegetables in this recipe, including broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers. You can use any vegetables that you like, but make sure that they are cut into bite-sized pieces. Once the vegetables are dipped in the batter, they are fried in hot oil until golden brown. The hot oil cooks the batter and the vegetables, and it also creates a crispy crust. The vegetables should be drained on paper towels before serving to remove any excess oil.
Tempura is a Japanese cooking technique that involves deep-frying battered seafood and vegetables. The technique was introduced to Japan by Portuguese missionaries in the 16th century, and it quickly became a popular dish. Tempura is often served with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and mirin. It is also commonly served with grated daikon radish and grated ginger. The origins of tempura are somewhat disputed. Some historians believe that it was developed in China, while others believe that it was developed in Japan. However, there is no doubt that tempura is now a quintessential Japanese dish. Tempura is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. The most common ingredients include seafood, vegetables, and tofu. Seafood is often used in tempura because it cooks quickly and evenly. Vegetables are also a popular choice because they add a variety of colors and flavors to the dish. Tofu is a good choice for vegetarians and vegans because it is a good source of protein. Tempura is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it is also a good way to introduce children to new foods. Tempura can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.
Vegetable Tempura with Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce Vegetable Tempura with Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce Vegetable Tempura with Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce Vegetable Tempura with Spicy Soy Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup cold water
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 cup assorted vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and egg.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined.
  4. Stir in the cold water until a batter forms.
  5. Heat the oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350 degrees F.
  6. Dip the vegetables in the batter and then fry in the hot oil until golden brown.
  7. Drain the vegetables on paper towels and serve immediately with the spicy soy dipping sauce.
  8. To make the spicy soy dipping sauce, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon Sriracha, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a small bowl.
Why It Works
  • The combination of all-purpose flour and cornstarch creates a light and crispy batter.
  • The baking powder helps to make the batter light and airy.
  • The cold water helps to keep the batter cold and prevents it from becoming greasy.
  • The hot oil cooks the batter and the vegetables quickly and evenly.
  • The spicy soy dipping sauce adds a perfect balance of flavor.