Asparagus Tempura Recipe

Name: Asparagus Tempura
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour; 1/3 cup cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; About 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup ponzu sauce*; 1 tablespoon sliced green onion; About 1 qt. vegetable oil for frying; 2 large egg whites, at room temperature; 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed

Servings: persons

1/2 cup flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
About 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup ponzu sauce*
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
About 1 qt. vegetable oil for frying
2 large egg whites, at room temperature
1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed

1
Mix flour, cornstarch, cayenne, garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp. salt in a medium bowl. Add olive oil, then slowly drizzle in 3/4 cup cold water, whisking constantly until mixture is smooth. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
2
Pour ponzu into a small bowl and sprinkle with green onion. Set aside.
3
Pour 1 in. vegetable oil into a large, wide pot. Insert a deep-fry thermometer; heat over high heat to 375u00b0.
4
Meanwhile, beat egg whites with a mixer until soft peaks form. Using a rubber spatula, fold whites into batter. Transfer batter to a wide, shallow bowl.
5
Drop a few asparagus stalks into batter. One by one, transfer asparagus to hot oil. Cook until light golden brown, turning as needed, about 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with more salt if you like. Repeat with remaining asparagus. Serve with ponzu.
6
*Find ponzu in the Asian foods aisle.

240

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup flour, 1/3 cup cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Tempura falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus Tempura

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