Description
Crispy Light Japanese Chicken Tempura is a delightful dish that elevates any meal with its airy texture and savory flavor. This tempura features tender chicken enveloped in a light, crunchy batter, served alongside a tangy dipping sauce that enhances every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this recipe is easy to master and guarantees smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Dipping Sauce: ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cold sparkling water, and beaten egg until just combined; lumps are okay for fluffiness.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each chicken piece in the batter and fry for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with the dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg