Spicy Tempura Fried Mushrooms are a crispy, flavorful snack or appetizer featuring mushrooms coated in a light, spiced tempura batter and fried to golden perfection. Paired with a zesty dipping sauce, they’re an irresistible fusion of texture and spice, perfect for entertaining or satisfying your cravings for something crunchy and savory.
Recipe Tips and Tricks:
- Use ice-cold water for the batter to keep it airy and crisp.
- Don’t overcrowd the fryer—cook in small batches.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch.
- Experiment with mushroom varieties for unique flavors.
- Adjust the spice level to suit your taste.
Spicy Tempura Fried Mushrooms
Crispy tempura-fried mushrooms spiced to perfection, offering a savory crunch that’s perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 250g mushrooms (button, shiitake, or oyster)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 cup ice-cold sparkling water
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Dipping Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Wash and pat dry the mushrooms. Trim the stems if necessary, but keep them intact for easy dipping.
- Make the Batter: In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Slowly whisk in the ice-cold sparkling water until the batter is smooth and slightly thick.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil to 180°C (350°F). Test with a drop of batter—it should sizzle and float.
- Coat and Fry: Dip mushrooms in the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Fry in small batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain.
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, chili flakes, sesame oil, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
- Serve: Arrange the mushrooms on a platter with the dipping sauce on the side. Garnish with chopped parsley or sesame seeds for extra flair.
Notes
- Keep the batter cold by placing it over a bowl of ice.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce cayenne and paprika.
- Best enjoyed immediately for maximum crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 246Total Fat 5gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 0mgSodium 1207mgCarbohydrates 44gFiber 3gSugar 9gProtein 6g
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