Low Fat Tempura Shrimp
Indulge your cravings for crispy, golden tempura with this guilt-free twist on a classic! Our Low Fat Tempura Shrimp recipe offers all the delightful crunch of traditional deep-frying, but it’s baked to perfection for a lighter, healthier alternative. Featuring a delicate batter made with ice-cold sparkling water, frothy egg whites, and a touch of cornstarch for added crispiness, these oven-baked shrimp are a treat you can enjoy without the extra oil. The result? Perfectly tender shrimp wrapped in a light, airy shell, with just a hint of seasoning to enhance their natural sweetness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them with a soy-based dipping sauce or a zesty chili-lime dressing for a flavorful finishing touch!
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Ingredients
- 16 pieces Large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.75 cup Ice-cold sparkling water
- 1 large Egg white
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Neutral cooking oil (for brushing)
- 0 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, lightly beat the egg white until frothy (but not stiff).
Step 4
Gently fold the ice-cold sparkling water and frothy egg white into the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy to ensure a light texture. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel to ensure the batter adheres well.
Step 6
Holding each shrimp by the tail, dip it into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the battered shrimp onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
Step 7
Brush the tops of the battered shrimp lightly with the neutral cooking oil to aid in browning.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through to ensure even crispiness.
Step 9
Once the shrimp are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven and serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce, such as a light soy-based sauce or chili-lime dressing.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (562.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 784.6 |
| Total Fat 30.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 468.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1326.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.4g | |
| Protein 67.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 106.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 747.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories