Tempura Green Beans, Yellow Beans and Tofu Recipe

Name: Tempura Green Beans, Yellow Beans and Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 3/4 cups ice water; 6 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons wasabi paste*; 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1 14-ounce package firm tofu; Vegetable oil (for frying); 24 yellow wax beans, trimmed; 24 thin green beans, trimmed; *Wasabi (horseradish) paste is sold at Japanese markets and some supermarkets.

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 3/4 cups ice water
6 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons wasabi paste*
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 14-ounce package firm tofu
Vegetable oil (for frying)
24 yellow wax beans, trimmed
24 thin green beans, trimmed
*Wasabi (horseradish) paste is sold at Japanese markets and some supermarkets.

1
Combine first 5 ingredients in blender.
2
Add 1 3/4 cups water and blend until smooth.
3
Transfer batter to shallow dish.
4
Whisk soy sauce, lime juice, wasabi and red pepper in small bowl to blend.
5
Cut tofu horizontally into 1/2-inch-wide slices.
6
Cut each slice into 1/2-inch-wide logs.
7
Arrange tofu in single layer on several layers of paper towels.
8
Cover with paper towels.
9
Let stand 1 hour.
10
Pour enough oil into heavy large Dutch oven to reach depth of 3 inches.
11
Heat oil to 375F.
12
Working in batches, dip beans into batter, shake off excess and add to oil.
13
Fry until golden, stirring often, about 3 minutes per batch.
14
Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels; drain.
15
Repeat with tofu and batter.
16
Serve beans and tofu with sauce.

1191

kcal

Calories

Fat

232

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Tempura Green Beans, Yellow Beans and Tofu 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.

Tempura Green Beans, Yellow Beans and Tofu

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