Crispy and Light: Vegetable and Mushroom Tempura

Name: Crispy and Light: Vegetable and Mushroom Tempura
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 Onion [For the kakiage fritters]; 1/2 pack Maitake mushrooms; 1 King oyster mushroom; 1 Shiso leaves; 1/3 Carrot; 1 Dried shrimp [For the kakiage fritters]; 180 ml Flour; 1 Egg; 2 tbsp Cornstarch [or Katakuriko]; 1 180 ml Ice water; 1 [refer to step 8 below] Mentsuyu, matcha, salt

Servings: persons

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["Slice the vegetables as shown.", "Carrots are best sliced into thin rectangular sticks!", "I recommend chilling all of the ingredients before deep frying.", "Use only the water from the ice water.", "Use a chilled egg.", "Chill the bowl for extra measure!", "The liquid should measure 180 ml with the egg included, like this!", "In a cup, add the chilled water to the chilled egg so that it measures to 180 ml.", "Transfer to a bowl and add the dry ingredients and mix briskly!", "The key is ""briskly"".", "The oil should be between160-170C!", "The large oil bubbles should become smaller and when you drop batter into it, if it comes out light and crisp, it's ready for frying!", "Although it's a pain, always remove the tempura crumbs from the oil surface!", "Use a fine net skimmer!", "Save the tempura crumbs to sprinkle in miso soup or noodle dishes.", "Deep fry the onion and shrimp last!", "Add a bit more flour at this stage, about 1 tablespoon!", "Use a spoon to drop the kakiage mixed tempura into the oil.", "Transfer to rack to drain excess oil.", "To make the dipping sauce, follow the instructions on the bottle!", "To make matcha salt, mix 1 teaspoon matcha and 2 teaspoons salt.", "It's done once you plate the tempura."]

270

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 Onion [For the kakiage fritters], 1/2 pack Maitake mushrooms, 1 King oyster mushroom, 1 Shiso leaves, and more.

Yes, Crispy and Light: Vegetable and Mushroom Tempura falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!