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Crispy Japanese Sweet Potato Tempura: A Simple Delight!

Crispy Japanese Sweet Potato Tempura is a delightful dish featuring thinly sliced sweet potatoes coated in a light batter and fried to golden perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium Japanese sweet potatoes about 1 pound, peeled and cut into thin slices
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cold sparkling water
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Dipping sauce soy sauce or tentsuyu, optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the cold sparkling water and beaten egg. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  2. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
  3. Dip the sweet potato slices into the batter, allowing the excess to drip off. Carefully place them in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  4. Fry the sweet potatoes for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  5. Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter.
  • Experiment with other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for a colorful tempura platter.

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