Tempera Batter

Prep: 10 min Cuisine: Japanese

A light and crispy tempura batter perfect for frying shrimp, vegetables, or seafood, offering a delicate crunch and subtle flavor that complements various dishes.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup ice water

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir gently; do not beat.
  2. Ensure batter is lumpy in consistency.
  3. Adjust water amount for thicker batter if desired.
  4. Use with Tony's Creole seasoning for added flavor if preferred.
  5. Dip seafood or vegetables into the batter and fry until golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

302 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.4g 9% DV
Total Fat 1.9g 2% DV
Carbs 69.5g 25% DV
Fiber 1g 3% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 12413mg 100% DV
Potassium 169.5mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 1538.8mg 100% DV
Iron 4.6mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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