tempura

john cook

john cook

15th December 2010
john cook

tempura

In a large bowl, add the flour, bonito flakes and a pinch of salt. Gently beat the egg and Add th...

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup ice cold water
  • 1 cup rice flour
  • Bonito flakes, to taste
  • Pinch salt
  • Tempura pea leaves

Method

In a large bowl, add the flour, bonito flakes and a pinch of salt.
Gently beat the egg and Add the soda water to the flour and then the egg and stir to just combine with a fork, fingers .
Do not over-mix, the batter should be a little lumpy.
You can add an ice cube or two to keep batter cold.

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