Vegetarian Ebi Tempura

Experience the crispy, golden perfection of Vegetarian Ebi Tempura—a delicious plant-based twist on the classic Japanese favorite. This innovative recipe uses king oyster mushrooms, sliced to mimic the iconic shrimp shape, and coats them in a light and airy tempura batter made with ice-cold water for maximum crispiness. Deep-fried to a golden brown, these vegetarian delights are served alongside a tangy and umami-rich dipping sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, and freshly grated ginger, complemented by a touch of grated daikon radish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for satisfying tempura cravings while staying plant-based. Ideal as an appetizer or a main dish, Vegetarian Ebi Tempura offers a creative and flavorful addition to your recipe repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces King oyster mushrooms
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Ice-cold water
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Mirin
• 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons Grated daikon radish

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the king oyster mushrooms by rinsing them and patting dry. Slice them lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips, resembling shrimp shapes.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice-cold water to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a chopstick or fork until the batter is just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 4

In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Dip each mushroom slice into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and carefully place it into the hot oil.

Step 6

Fry the mushrooms in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot, for 2-3 minutes or until they turn a light golden brown and are crispy.

Step 7

Remove the fried mushrooms using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 8

For the dipping sauce, combine soy sauce, mirin, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Serve with grated daikon radish on the side.

Step 9

Serve the vegetarian 'Ebi' Tempura immediately while hot, along with the dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1888.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7982.8

Total Fat 839.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 537.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3966.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 37.2g
Protein 28.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 56.5mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1668.0mg	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: 90.8%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 7.8%