Asparagus Tempura with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce

Name: Asparagus Tempura with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder; 1- 1/4 cup Flour; 1- 1/2 cup Ice Water; A Few Dashes Sesame Oil; 2 bunches Asparagus, Trimmed Of Tough Ends; Peanut Or Canola Oil For Frying; 2 cups Flour (for Dredging); 1/4 cups Soy Sauce; 1/4 cups Honey; 1 teaspoon Grated Fresh Ginger; 1 clove Grated Garlic; 1 Tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar; 1 dash Mirin; 2 whole Scallions, Finely Chopped

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
1- 1/4 cup Flour
1- 1/2 cup Ice Water
A Few Dashes Sesame Oil
2 bunches Asparagus, Trimmed Of Tough Ends
Peanut Or Canola Oil For Frying
2 cups Flour (for Dredging)
1/4 cups Soy Sauce
1/4 cups Honey
1 teaspoon Grated Fresh Ginger
1 clove Grated Garlic
1 Tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar
1 dash Mirin
2 whole Scallions, Finely Chopped

1
Mix baking powder and flour in a large bowl.
2
Mix water and a few dashes of sesame oil in a small bowl.
3
Whisk the liquids into the flour mixture until loosely combineddo not over mixthere should still be some lumps.
4
Refrigerate for one hour.
5
After an hour, pour about 2 inches of peanut or canola oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat to get the oil really hot.
6
Then, take the tempura batter out of the fridge, dredge the asparagus in a bowl of a cup or two of flour, shake off the excess, then dip it into the batter.
7
Deep fry in hot peanut or canola oil until its golden and crispy.
8
Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt.
9
Ginger-Soy Dipping Sauce:
10
Whisk all the ingredients (from soy sauce on) together and top with chopped scallions.
11
Dip away!

379

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder, 1- 1/4 cup Flour, 1- 1/2 cup Ice Water, A Few Dashes Sesame Oil, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Tempura with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!