How to Make Air Fryer Shrimp Tempura - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp tempura is a popular Japanese dish that features succulent shrimp coated in a light and crispy batter. Traditionally, tempura is deep-fried, but with the rising popularity of air fryers, it's easier than ever to create a healthier version of this delicious dish at home. With the help of an air fryer, you can achieve the same crispy texture and golden brown color without all the excess oil.

This air fryer shrimp tempura recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy a classic Japanese dish ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sherry
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chopped scallions
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon ginger stir-in paste
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup club soda
  • 1 pound large shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails left on

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Whisk soy sauce, sherry, rice wine vinegar, oyster sauce, scallions, sugar, lemon juice, and ginger stir-in paste together in a small bowl. Set dipping sauce aside.
  • Whisk egg, cornstarch, flour, and club soda together in a large bowl. Add shrimp and gently stir until shrimp are coated.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Cut a piece of parchment to fit the basket of the air fryer and set aside.
  • Lift shrimp by the tail from the batter using tongs and let excess batter run off. Place as many shrimp as you can on the reserved parchment paper without overcrowding and place into the basket of the air fryer. You will need to cook the shrimp in batches.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer until desired crispness, about 8 minutes. Repeat with remaining shrimp. Serve with reserved dipping sauce.
  • Nutrition

    242 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 219mg
    • Sodium: 742mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 233mg