How to Cook the Best Shrimp Tempura

tempura batter mix

🥗Healthier: homemade batter with flour and cornstarch

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Homemade batter can be lighter and more cost-effective.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: fish

Chicken can be a leaner alternative while fish is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, and liquid aminos are often cheaper.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, egg, and water until well combined.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.

Coat each shrimp in flour and then dip it into the batter.

Fry each shrimp for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Sprinkle extra batter onto the shrimp for an extra crunch.

Cooking Techniques

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