def: TEMPURA – a Japanese dish of fish, shellfish or vegetables fried in batter.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plain flour
- 1/2 cup corn flour
- Pinch bicarbonate of soda
- 1 cup iced cold water or soda water
- 1 egg, lightly whisked
- 1/4 cup crushed ice
- Vegetable oil, for deep drying
- 8 flat mushrooms, sliced
- Aioli or ponzu sauce to serve
Method
Step 1
Sift together flour and bicarbonate soda. Add egg and water and whisk until well blended. Be careful not to overmix as it may stress the gluten resulting in a chewy tempura.
Step 2
Stir in crushed ice and set aside.
Step 3
Prepare deep fryer at 180 degrees or cast iron pot at medium heat.
Step 4
Once the fryer is hot, add the sliced mushrooms to the batter and deep fry for 30-45 seconds until golden brown. Work in batches, do not overcrowd.
Step 5
Drain mushrooms on absorbent paper and serve immediately with your favourite dipping sauce.
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