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Bamboo Shoot Tempura
A crispy Japanese-inspired tempura dish using bamboo shoots and a light batter. Perfect for a snack or appetizer.
⏱25 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup bamboo shootcanned or fresh
- ●1/2 cup all-purpose flourfor tempura batter
- ●1 cup ice-cold soda waterfor tempura batter
- ●1/4 cup vegetable oilfor frying
- ●1/4 cup toasted sesame seedsfor garnish
- ●2 tbsp soy saucefor serving
- ●1 tbsp sick sauce (gochujang)optional, for spicy kick
- ●pinch saltto taste
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the bamboo shoot into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
In a bowl, mix together flour and a pinch of salt.
- 3
Slowly pour in the soda water while mixing the batter with a whisk.
- 4
The batter should still be slightly lumpy.
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (180°C).
- 6
Dredge the bamboo shoot pieces in the tempura batter, coating evenly.
- 7
Fry the bamboo shoot pieces in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Using a slotted spoon, remove the tempura from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- 9
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the tempura for garnish.
- 10
Serve hot with a side of soy sauce and gochujang (if using).