Crispy Shrimp Tempura

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt in a large bowl. make a depression in the center of the flour. stir in the water and egg yolk. mix just until moistened; batter will be lumpy. stir in egg whites.
• one at a time, dip shrimp into the batter to coat. do not batter tails. carefully place a few shrimp at a time into the hot oil. fry until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes. drain on paper towels.