Shrimp Tempura

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Serve these crisp, fried shrimp with a hot mustard sauce or sweet & sour sauce. The tempura batter may be used for other recipes. Try it with vegetables.

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Prep Time:
45 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
4
Yield:
8 shrimp
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ½ cup rice wine

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 2 quarts oil for deep frying

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • cup ice water

  • ¼ cup cornstarch

  • 1 egg yolk

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon white sugar

  • 1 teaspoon shortening

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix rice wine and salt. Place shrimp into the mixture. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 20 minutes.

  2. Heat oil in deep-fryer or large wok to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  3. In a medium bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, ice water, cornstarch, egg yolk, salt, white sugar, shortening and baking powder.

  4. One at a time, dip shrimp into the flour mixture to coat. Carefully place a few shrimp at a time in the hot oil. Deep fry until golden brown on all sides, about 1 1/2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove from oil. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

573 Calories
48g Fat
16g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 573
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48g 62%
Saturated Fat 7g 34%
Cholesterol 124mg 41%
Sodium 425mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 11g 23%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 59mg 5%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 110mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.