Description
Tempura Vegetables with Ginger Sauce is a delightful culinary experience that transforms ordinary veggies into a crispy, golden masterpiece. This dish features an assortment of vegetables, lightly battered and fried to perfection, then served with a zesty ginger sauce that adds a burst of flavor. Perfect for gatherings or as a tasty appetizer, it’s a fun way to bring excitement to your dinner table. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this vibrant, easy-to-make dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup assorted vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1 cup tempura batter mix
- 1 cup iced water
- 2 cups canola oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and slice the vegetables into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine tempura batter mix with iced water according to package instructions until smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each vegetable piece into the batter until fully coated, then carefully place in the hot oil without overcrowding.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy; drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar for the dipping sauce.
- Serve hot with the ginger sauce drizzled on top or on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 tempura pieces (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg