Whole30 Shrimp Tempura

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, this Whole30 Shrimp Tempura is a game-changer for clean eating enthusiasts! Made with nutrient-rich coconut flour and arrowroot powder, and fried to perfection in coconut oil, this recipe skips the traditional tempura batter in favor of a Whole30-compliant alternative that doesn't sacrifice on crunch or flavor. The light and airy batter, created with cold sparkling water and a touch of coconut aminos, ensures a crisp coating that complements the naturally sweet shrimp. Seasoned with garlic, onion, and a touch of sea salt, every bite is perfectly balanced and satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free and paleo-friendly dish is ideal as an appetizer or the star of your dinner plate, paired with a zesty Whole30-compliant dipping sauce. Experience the perfect marriage of healthy and indulgent with this quick and easy shrimp tempura recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 0.5 cup coconut flour
• 0.5 cup arrowroot powder
• 1 cup sparkling water, cold
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup coconut oil, for frying

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine coconut flour, arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the egg and coconut aminos until fully combined. Slowly add the sparkling water, continuing to whisk until you have a smooth batter.

Step 4

Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil is ready when a drop of batter sizzles upon contact.

Step 5

Working with a few shrimp at a time, dredge each shrimp in the dry flour mixture, shaking off the excess.

Step 6

Dip each dredged shrimp into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 7

Carefully place the coated shrimp into the hot oil. Fry each batch of shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the shrimp tempura immediately with optional Whole30-compliant dipping sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1213.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3342.6

Total Fat 255.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 213.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 1076.8mg	0%
Sodium 2384.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.3g
Protein 128.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 420.7mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1717.3mg	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: 66.6%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 18.6%