If you’re a fan of Japanese cuisine, then you’ve probably tried Shrimp Tempura, a popular dish that’s crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. Shrimp Tempura, or Tempura Shrimp as Mel calls it, is a Japanese-inspired dish now enjoyed worldwide.
To make her Tempura Shrimp recipe, Mel starts by selecting the freshest shrimp available and cleaning and deveining them. Then, she prepares the tempura batter by mixing flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking powder and adding cold water until the batter is smooth and thick.
Mel then seasons the shrimp with garlic and spices before coating them with cornstarch and beaten eggs. The shrimp is then dipped in the tempura batter, then deep-fried until crispy or golden brown.
The result is delicious and crunchy shrimp tempura is a perfect appetizer or a main dish served with rice and vegetables. Mel’s recipe is easy to follow and can be made in just a few simple steps, making it a perfect choice for anyone who wants to try Japanese cuisine at home.
One of the things that makes Mel’s Tempura Shrimp recipe so delicious is the quality of the ingredients. By using fresh and high-quality shrimp and selecting the right spices and seasonings, she can create a dish that’s bursting with flavor and texture.
In summary, Mel’s Tempura Shrimp recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves Japanese cuisine or is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. With its crispy texture and juicy flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite among your family and friends.
Ingredients: 4-5 servings
2 lbs. medium size prawn shrimps
2 eggs, beaten
3 tbsp. cornstarch
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 tbsp. lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups tempura sauce
Cocktail sauce
Cooking oil for frying
Cooking Procedure:
- Wash and clean the shrimps, remove the shells up to their tails, slightly cut their backs and remove intestine (black thin line underneath their transparent backs).
- Place the shrimps on a medium bowl, season with chopped garlic, pepper, salt and lemon.
- Refrigerate and leave it for half an hour. Mix eggs and cornstarch together while waiting for the shrimps to cool off.
- Take out the shrimps from the fridge, pour egg and cornstarch mix all over and thoroughly even-up the coating.
- Heat up the oil on a deep frying pan, pour 2 cups of tempura sauce on a bowl, dip the shrimps into the sauce one by one, then start frying coated shrimps. Allow enough space for each shrimp to prevent them from sticking to each other.
- When done, place cooked Tempura shrimps on a paper towel covered strainer to drain excess oil. They are ready to munch on as soon as warm enough to touch.
Tip: Use cocktail sauce as a dip. Serving Tempura Shrimp or Shrimp Tempura at parties or family gatherings sounds like a great idea!