How to Make Rock Shrimp Tempura (Pan-Fried) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rock shrimp tempura is a mouthwatering Japanese dish that combines the delicate and succulent flavor of rock shrimp with the light and crispy texture of tempura batter. This dish is a popular choice in Japanese restaurants and is perfect for those looking to try their hand at making crispy, golden-brown tempura at home.

This recipe for rock shrimp tempura is perfect for special occasions or for when you want to impress your dinner guests with a unique and delicious dish. The crispy, c...

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Ingredients

  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 dashes ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¾ cup ice water
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
  • 1 pound rock shrimp, peeled and deveined

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • To make the dipping sauce: Whisk egg yolk, chili-garlic sauce, rice vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Pour in 3 tablespoons oil slowly, whisking constantly, until sauce is creamy.
  • To make the batter: Whisk ice water, flour, and egg yolk together in a large bowl to make batter.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip some shrimp in batter, letting excess drip off, and cook in hot oil until browned on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining olive oil and shrimp.
  • Place cooked shrimp in a large bowl. Pour sauce on top and mix until thoroughly coated.
  • Nutrition

    351 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 275mg
    • Sodium: 428mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 203mg