Soy-Free Tempura Shrimp

Crispy, golden perfection meets allergen-friendly innovation with this Soy-Free Tempura Shrimp recipe, perfect for seafood lovers seeking a light and airy bite without soy-based ingredients. This tempura is crafted with a delicate batter of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and ice-cold club soda, ensuring an irresistibly crisp texture. Paired with a tangy homemade dipping sauce made with rice vinegar and honey, this dish offers a flavorful alternative to traditional soy-based accompaniments. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for appetizers, snack platters, or main courses. Impress your guests or family with a restaurant-quality dish that's as accommodating as it is delicious—no soy, no compromise on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on optional)
• 1 cup Ice-cold water
• 0.5 cup Club soda (chilled)
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (soy-free, optional for flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Water (for dipping sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Add the ice-cold water and club soda to the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 3

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. This helps the batter adhere better.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Ensure there is enough oil to submerge the shrimp completely.

Step 5

Dip each shrimp into the tempura batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Let any excess batter drip off before frying.

Step 6

Carefully place the battered shrimp into the hot oil. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding and maintain the oil temperature.

Step 7

Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove using a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining shrimp.

Step 9

To make the soy-free dipping sauce, whisk together the rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil (if using), and water in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 10

Serve the tempura shrimp immediately while hot and crispy, alongside the soy-free dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2002.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9222.1

Total Fat 953.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 2307.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 121.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197.0mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1321.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.1%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 5.8%